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A birthday party at a Lexington park shelter

Lexington Parks & Recreation rents outdoor shelters it calls great for hosting birthdays. Here is what the city’s rentals page says about where you can reserve one, what it costs and who to call.

By Around Lex · Facts checked · About 1 min read

Six parks take reservations

The city says outdoor rental shelters are available by reservation only at Jacobson, Masterson Station, Shillito, Southland, Veterans and Idle Hour parks. Shelters range in size and amenities, and the rentals page has a shelter map for each park. Other parks have first-come, first-served shelters.

What it costs and when

Rental fees range from $60 to $130 a day, as of October 21, 2026, and the city adds sales tax information on the same page. Park hours are generally 8 am to dark. Food, decorations and anything else for the party are on you.

How to book

Use the Rent a shelter link on the city’s page, or contact Parks & Recreation Rentals at 469 Parkway Drive, (859) 288-2972 or parksrentals@lexingtonky.gov, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Book with the city directly; Around Lex takes no bookings.

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