Great parks are able accommodate a variety of events such as family picnics, local sporting events and community gatherings such as fund raisers and weddings. In the state of Minnesota, Brooklyn Park features a number of great parks to host outdoor weddings and receptions. Keeping safe, clean and well-maintained parks is a top priority of Brooklyn Park's Recreation & Parks Advisory Commission.
Brooklyn Park: The City
Brooklyn Park, a Minnesota city of approximately 72,724 people, is located on the Mississippi River's west bank, northwest of Hennepin County. The city consists of a number of homes, neighborhoods, shopping centers, golf courses and parks. Residents enjoy more than 1,700 acres of neighborhood parks for having picnics, participating in sports activities or simply walking leisurely along one of the scenic trails.
Park System Amenities
The best parks for weddings in the Brooklyn Park area are those that feature a pavilion, picnic area, path and trail and nature areas that provide great opportunities for outdoor photos. In the summer, several of these parks are adorned with beautiful flower beds. Other amenities include playgrounds for children as well as game courts. Most parks have nearby community centers within safe walking distance.
Best Parks
Brookdale Park consists of a pavilion with the capacity to hold 60 people. Other amenities include a path, trail and nature area for walking and taking photos. Willowstone Park consists of a pavilion with the capacity to hold 40 members of the wedding party. It also has a nature area for photos, a picnic area, ball field, playground and park activity building.
River Park features a picnic pavilion, path and nature area for wedding photos. Other amenities include a game court for volleyball, tennis and basketball and a playground for children. Willows of Aspen Park offers a pavilion, picnic area, a walking trail, playground and a tennis and volleyball court. Hamilton Park has a picnic pavilion and rails for photo shoots, as well as a playground and ball fields.
Reception Space
As for dining and dancing, the aforementioned parks possess the most space and recreational resources to accommodate an outdoor wedding reception. Park space in Brooklyn Park can be rented for as little as $25, as of 2010. The highest rental rate for a Brooklyn Park resident is $50, while the highest for a nonresident is $90. Interested individuals should make reservations ahead of time.
Plan B Options
Wedding planners need to be aware of weather conditions that could interfere with the wedding event and have a backup plan in case of severe weather, such a rainstorms and tornadoes threats. Weddings offer a lifetime of memories for both bride and groom. Bad weather should not play a part in preventing such important event from taking place.
