• Please note, all park amenities (pools, splash pads, playgrounds, athletic areas) are not guaranteed to be open as part of the rental experience. The pavilion rental includes the rental space only.
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YouTube video featured above of Franke Pond Pavilion 360 



Enclosed heated and air conditioned pavilion overlooking Shoaff Lake with:
  • Ceiling fans and wood burning Fireplace (wood not provided)
  • Seven 8' tables and one 6' table with chairs
  • 17 electrical outlets
  • Private restrooms inside
  • Near Foellinger Theatre and trails
  • Open kitchen with range/oven, refrigerator, microwave and two bay sink with hot water

Franke Park also houses the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo.

 

Location: Franke Park, 3411 Sherman Boulevard

Please note, all park amenities (pools, splash pads, playgrounds, athletic areas) are not guaranteed to be open as part of the rental experience. The pavilion rental includes the rental space only.

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Franke #1 Pavilion 360 video



Large enclosed heated pavilion (no air conditioning) with:
  • Twenty-seven 10' tables with chairs and one buffet table
  • 17 electrical outlets
  • Ceiling fans
  • Short distance to playground, Foellinger Theatre, walking trails
  • Private restrooms within
  • Range and oven, refrigerator, two one bay sinks, hot water, microwave, and two pull out serving tables 

 

Location: Franke Park, 3411 Sherman Boulevard

Please note, all park amenities (pools, splash pads, playgrounds, athletic areas) are not guaranteed to be open as part of the rental experience. The pavilion rental includes the rental space only.

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  • Capacity: 128
  • Dates Available: Summer:May 1- Oct. 31
  • Fee: $64 (Mon-Thurs); $80 (Fri-Sun, Holidays)
Ammentities:
  • Park Pavilion Layout Drawing
  • Open air lighted shelter with:
  • Eight 12' picnic tables
  • 5 electrical outlets
  • Short distance to playground, Foellinger Theatre, walking trails
  • A short distance to the community restrooms
  • Franke Park also houses the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo.

Location: Franke Park, 1750 Goshen Avenue 

Please note, all park amenities (pools, splash pads, playgrounds, athletic areas) are not guaranteed to be open as part of the rental experience. The pavilion rental includes the rental space only.


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  • Capacity: 400
  • Dates Available: January 2, 2025-December 31, 2025 
  • Fee: $715 for weekdays (Mon-Thurs); $1025  (Fri-Sun, Holidays)  
  • Park Pavilion Layout Drawing Coming SOON!

The NEW McMillen Family Pavilion at Franke Park is available year around (starting January 2, 2025) and is heated/air conditioned.


Park Pavilion Layout Drawing  



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Rent the pavilion TODAY 

 

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The event hall space includes 6,000 square feet and has vaulted ceilings, exposed glulam structure, and lots of natural light. There are perforated wood sound attenuation panels to mitigate reverberation. 


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Photo credit: Tim Brumbeloe with BFA Photography

In addition, the event hall has direct access to a patio at the north and a patio at the west.

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The exterior fireplace at the west patio.


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 The entrance to the lobby.

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The lobby hall with private restrooms including a family restroom.


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Photo credit: Tim Brumbeloe with BFA Photography

Another view of the lobby hall.


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Photo credit: Tim Brumbeloe with BFA Photography

Warming kitchen has three refrigerators, one microwave, and one electric range. It connects to both the Event Hall and Lobby.


Amenities include:

  • Private restrooms within the pavilion.
  • Foldable furniture includes: 400 chairs, 40 round tables (72" diameter), 6 rectangular tables (30" x 96"), 6 cocktail tables (30" diameter).
  • The lobby is 2,000 SF with adjacent coat room, Men's, Women's, and Family Restroom. The lobby has two groups of four lounge chairs, two benches, and two coffee tables. 
  • The lobby finishes include wood ceiling, walls, and structure, along with stone accents featuring artwork by local artists Paul Demaree and Jeremy Stroup. 
  • Warming kitchen has three refrigerators, one microwave, and one electric range. It connects to both the Event Hall and Lobby. There are 7 above-counter duplex outlets, 1 at the island, and two wall outlets available in the room. 
  • Event Hall is 6,000 SF and has vaulted ceilings, exposed glulam structure, and lots of natural light. There are perforated wood sound attenuation panels to mitigate reverberation. 
  • There are five duplex and five quad outlets around the perimeter of the Event Hall. There are also two floor boxes, each with a duplex outlet.
  • The event hall has direct access to a patio at the north and a patio at the west.
  • 6 patio tables and chairs at the north. 
  • 2 picnic tables at the south patio. 
  • Exterior fireplace at the west patio with more than 20' x 90' of roof coverage. 
  • Short distance to playground, Foellinger Theatre, walking trails and more!


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  • Accessibility features include: 
  • Universally accessible.
  • Four van accessible handicap parking spaces available directly in front of the main entrance along with ADA accessible entrances to the building.
  • The Family Restroom is equipped with adjustable adult-sized changing table.




Location: Kettler Park, Paulding Road Buell

Please note, all park amenities (pools, splash pads, playgrounds, athletic areas) are not guaranteed to be open as part of the rental experience. The pavilion rental includes the rental space only.

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  • Capacity: 46
  • Dates Available: May 1-October 31
  • Fee: $71 (Mon-Thurs); $89 (Fri-Sun, Holidays)

 

Park Pavilion Layout Drawing

Small enclosed seasonal pavilion with a wood burning fireplace (wood not provided), covered patio with:
  • Six picnic tables outside
  • Attached community restrooms
  • Kitchen (no hot water) with refrigerator, 4 burner cook top, microwave
  • Three electrical outlets
  • Three 8' and three 6' folding tables and 42 chairs inside
  • Playground and basketball court and tennis courts

YouTube video featured above of Kettler pavilion 
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