Tenney Park John Wall Family Pavilion

Shelter reflecting in the water.
402 N. Thornton Ave.
Madison, WI 53703
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Features

  • Indoor space overlooking Tenney lagoon, one room - 56' x 32'
    • Access: key required 🔒︎
    • Seating: about 20 standard height rectangular tables and 120 chairs
    • Kitchenette: sink, water, and refrigerator 
      • 18 electrical outlets
    • Fireplace: yes, gas 
    • Temperature-controlled
  • Alcohol: allowed without a permit, no glass
  • Amplified Sound: requires permit
  • Water: sink and water in kitchenette, outside spigot near restrooms
  • Electricity: 31 outlets in event room, 18 outlets in kitchenette
  • Restrooms: open to the public, year-round 
    • Approx. 10:00am to 8:00pm (10:00pm with reservation)
  • Parking: paved lot
    • 38 standard stalls, 2 accessible stalls
    • 3-hour parking limit
      • Free parking passes available with reservation upon request (spaces not guaranteed)
    • Service Drive: loading/unloading only, no parking
  • Outdoor space: covered patio, approximately 48' x 30'
    • Seating: Up to 8 picnic tables under or nearby the patio
    • Coal receptacle: yes
    • Dumpster: yes

Additional Permits & Locked Amenities

  • Amplified sound is not allowed without a permit. 
    • Purchase permit at the time of reservation. See Special Permit for more information. 
  • Key(s) may be required to access some amenities at this shelter, which are available with a reservation. 
    •  A 🔒︎ symbol indicates a key is needed for access. If you don't plan to use the amenity, you don't need the key.
    • Keys may be picked up at 330 East Lakeside Street as early as three business days before your reservation. 
      • The Parks Office is open Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.  
      • Failure to pick up a key ahead of time will result in your being locked out of these amenities. 
      • If a Park Ranger is called, and is able to assist, you will be invoiced a fee.
    • Keys must be returned to the Parks Office within two business days of the reservation to avoid additional fees.
John Wall Family Pavilion in Tenney Park layout map.
John Wall Family Pavilion in Tenney Park floor plan. Click to enlarge
Interior of John Wall Family Pavilion in Tenney Park
Interior of John Wall Family Pavilion: lagoon side (left) and fireplace, parking lot side (right). Click image to enlarge. 
Tenney Park amenities map with pavilion identified.
Tenney Park amenities map with pavilion identified. Click map to enlarge.

John Wall Family Pavilion Pricing

Days of the WeekHoursFee
Monday - ThursdayHalf Day$235
Monday - ThursdayFull Day$335
Friday - SundayHalf Day$445
Friday - SundayFull Day$630

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See Shelter Prices for definitions and more information.

Review all Policies & Guidelines before making a reservation. 

See Shelter Reservations for more information and how to reserve.

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