Rent a picnic space in a public park for birthdays, bridal or baby showers, family reunions, corporate meetings, and more. Rentals can be made online beginning April 1 for dates between the Saturday of Victoria Day weekend and the Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend, at least 7 days in advance. Picnic spaces cannot be booked on holidays and are first-come, first-served.
View and Rent Online
View picnic space availability and amenities and rent online through Xplor.
Picnic Space Information
Canatara Park
1200 Lake Chipican Drive, Sarnia
Construction work is taking place at the BMX track and Seaway Kiwanis Campus areas of the park. The construction activities do not impact rentable areas.
Beach Pavilion
– $9.25 +HST/hr
– 125 person capacity
– 25 picnic tables + 1 accessible picnic table
– Washrooms nearby
– Seasonal refreshment vehicle nearby
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
Area 1 Pavilion
– $9.25 +HST/hr
– 125 person capacity
– 24 picnic tables + 2 accessible picnic tables
– Washrooms nearby
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
Area 2 Picnic Space
– $5.50 +HST/hr
– 140 person capacity
– 24 picnic tables
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
Area 3 Picnic Space
– $5.50 +HST/hr
– 140 person capacity
– 24 picnic tables
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
Area 4 Picnic Space
– $5.50 +HST/hr
– 140 person capacity
– 27 picnic tables + 1 accessible picnic table
– Washrooms nearby
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
Clearwater Park
1400 Wellington Street, Sarnia
Construction at Clearwater Diamond 1 will begin in August 2026. The construction activities will not impact the picnic shelter.
Clearwater Shelter
– $6 +HST/hr
– 30 person capacity
– Washrooms nearby
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
Kenwick Park
2759 Lakeshore Road, Bright’s Grove
Kenwick Pavilion
– $9.25 +HST/hr
– 100 person capacity
– Washrooms nearby
– Seasonal refreshment vehicle nearby
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
Mike Weir Park
2354 Lakeshore Road, Bright’s Grove
Main Pavilion
– $9.25 +HST/hr
– 100 person capacity
– Washrooms NOT nearby
– Seasonal refreshment vehicle nearby
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
Cricket Club Shelter
– $6 +HST/hr
– 30 person capacity
– Washrooms nearby
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
Newton Park
999 Cathcart Boulevard, Sarnia
Newton Centre
– $22.50 +HST/hr (minimum 4-hour rental)
– 40 person capacity
– Indoor facility with outdoor picnic area (6 picnic tables)
– 10 tables and 44 chairs; no set-up/take-down
– Washrooms attached
– No key required, staff will unlock at rental start time
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
Wildwood Park
2616 Hamilton Road, Bright’s Grove
North Shelter
– $6 +HST/hr
– 40 person capacity
– 6 picnic tables
– Washrooms NOT nearby
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
South Shelter
– $6 +HST/hr
– 30 person capacity
– 2 picnic tables
– Washrooms nearby
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor
FAQs
What happens if it rains?
Picnic rentals are rain or shine.
In the event of a Significant Weather Event (approaching or occurring weather hazard with the potential to pose a significant danger), cancellation will be at the discretion of the renter and must be communicated in writing same day to not result in charges to the renter.
Can I decorate?
Yes. You can decorate the space but cannot use anything that will permanently mark the surfaces (e.g. tacks, nails, heavy-duty tape).
Decorations must be put up and taken down within your rental start and end times.
Can I bring inflatables?
It depends on the space you’re renting. Inflatables may be permitted at outdoor rentals if there is hydro service and if the inflatables are provided by a third-party vendor. Inflatables must be secured by weights as no digging or staking is permitted in parks.
The inflatable vendor must be listed in your rental request and provide their own proof of insurance. Review the insurance requirements on the Recreation Facility Rentals webpage.
Can I bring a BBQ to my rental?
Yes. Residential barbecues that can be carried are allowed in parks for picnic rentals. Commercial or industrial barbecues are not allowed. Staff will not unlock gates to unload and vehicles are not permitted to drive off a roadway/parking lot to unload.
Many rentable picnic spaces have nearby BBQ pits that can be used. Please view the listed amenities on Xplor for more information on which picnic spaces have this nearby.
Can I have a food truck?
Food trucks are only permitted at Canatara Park Area 1 Pavilion and Mike Weir Pavilion for private events. Contact staff at facilityrentals@sarnia.ca or 519-332-0330 ext. 3750 for more information.
Many parks have seasonal refreshment vehicles available. View the Picnic Space Information for more details.
Can I bring alcohol to my rental?
No. Alcohol is not permitted in any picnic space or park.
Park Rules
View a summarized list of park rules for all City of Sarnia Parks. More details can be found in the Parks By-law.
Any Police or By-law Officer or employee may exclude and/or remove any person who is in violation of the Parks By-law.
Some exceptions may apply to special events and will require written permission in an event contract.
Additional Information
Need help?
Need some help using Xplor? Access how-to videos and FAQs via our support page.
To speak to staff, call 519-332-0330 ext. 3750 or email facilityrentals@sarnia.ca.