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 Site Rentals: History Park at Kelley Park

Central Plaza

History Park offers an expansive outdoor, gated facility with 14 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds.

360 degree view of History Park
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This charming, historic town setting is complete with paved streets, running trolleys, mature trees and ambiance like no other place in the Bay Area. Two meeting rooms are also available for small meetings or receptions.

Features

  • Large grassy areas for games and activities
  • Gated, safe facility
  • Flat concrete plaza area surrounded by roses – perfect for stage entertainment
  • Evening streetlight system
  • Electrical hookups throughout the grounds: numerous 110 and 50 amp receptacles
  • Exhibit gallery and discounted tours of original and replicated buildings.
  • Trolley rides
  • Public address system throughout the grounds
  • A 2-pit barbecue area, 6 permanent picnic tables and 50 portable picnic tables are also available for an additional facilty use fee.
  • O’Brien’s Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor and Cafe
Picnic Area at History Park

Picnics and private events

For up to 1,000 people using one designated rental area: westside barbecue area or eastside Firehouse area.

Large public and private events

For over 1,000 people using both designated rental areas.

Festivals and exclusive use events

Affecting the entire use of the grounds and/or allow the renter private/exclusive use of the entire site.

Capacity: 10,000 people

For more information, please email Event Sales or call (408)918-1055.

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