Memorial Park - Picnic Shelter #2 (Between Pond and Playground)
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Facility Area Information
293 Gran Ellen Dr
Athens, GA 30606
Phone: (706) 613-3580
Status: Open
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| Rental Information |
Rental Period: Half Day - 4 hours (not available during the winter months*) or Whole Day - 9 hours (7 hours during the winter months*)
Rental Fee: $50 - Half Day | $75 - Whole Day
*Winter rental rates apply to the months of November through March 9th. No half day rentals will be available during these months.
Special Events: If you are planning to host an event that is open to the public, you will need to obtain a special events permit. Please contact our facility to inquire as to whether or not your event will need a special event permit in order to take place. Special events can include, but are not limited to: any event posted as a public event on a social media platform, a specialized group activity that is advertised to the public in any way, races or walkathons, rallies or demonstrations, etc.
The maximum capacity for picnic shelters is 60 individuals. |
| Picnic Shelter #2 |
Max Capacity: 60
Location: Adjacent to the lower parking lot within the park gates. It is located between the pond and the playground.
ADA Accessibility: Wheelchair access is available by ramp from the lower parking lot adjacent to the shelter. Access path has uneven surface. One wheelchair accessible grill is provided. There is one designated parking space adjacent to shelter and one additional designated parking space is located across the lot.
Parking: The large lower parking lot is adjacent to Picnic Shelter 2. There is additional parallel parking heading up the hill towards the park exit.
Closest Restroom: The nearest restroom is located down the path behind the playground (~300ft). Additional restrooms are located near the dog park and in front of the pool (end of the main parking lot connected to the office building).
Additional Park Amenities: Playground, Bear Hollow Zoo, Birchmore Hiking Trail
Electricity: Two outlets w/ timers
Fans: Three ceiling fans
Grill/Fire: One pedestal charcoal grill and one wheelchair accessible grill
Water: No water source provided w/ rental
Table/Chairs: Six 8ft picnic tables
Cleaning Deposit: N/A. Full rental fee is due upon approval of rental request.
Notes:
- Additional time for set-up prior to the rental period is not included. Additionally, the facility must be cleaned and vacated by the end of the scheduled rental period.
- Rental includes exclusive use of the designated facility only and shall not impede public access to any other area.
- Parking lots are open to the public and are not included with the reservation. All parking spots are first-come, first-served.
- Inflatables of any kind and petting zoos are not permitted on the premises.
- If you have questions about bringing any additional means of entertainment or items (musicians, caterers, etc) during your reservation, please reach out to our office at (706) 613-3580 to check for permission.
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Reservations & Activities
Click on an activity name for details or the date for the activity schedule.
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MP Shelter #2: Zoo Program - Sardis Classical Christian Community
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Thursday April 30, 2026
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10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
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MP Shelter #2
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Friday May 1, 2026
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03:00 PM - 07:00 PM
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MP Shelter #2
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Saturday May 2, 2026
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10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
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Graduation Party
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Saturday May 2, 2026
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03:00 PM - 07:00 PM
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MP Shelter #2
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Sunday May 3, 2026
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10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
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Shelter 2 Unavailable due to low staffing
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Sunday May 3, 2026
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02:30 PM - 07:00 PM
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MP Shelter #2: Zoo Program - Whit Davis Elementary
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Monday May 4, 2026
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08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Graduation Celebration
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Saturday May 9, 2026
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10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
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Staff meeting and family day
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Saturday May 9, 2026
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03:00 PM - 07:00 PM
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mothers day celebration
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Sunday May 10, 2026
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10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
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Annual meeting and picnic
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Tuesday May 12, 2026
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10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
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Picnic for the microbiology department at UGA
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Friday May 15, 2026
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10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
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The Athens Council of the Blind will be having a picnic on May 16, 2026 and on September 19, 2026 for their members.
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Saturday May 16, 2026
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10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
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Birthday party
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Sunday May 17, 2026
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03:00 PM - 07:00 PM
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MP Shelter #2
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Saturday May 23, 2026
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10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
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Summer Camp Field Trip
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Thursday May 28, 2026
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10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
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MP Shelter #2
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Saturday May 30, 2026
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10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
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