Riverside Crossing Park
Park Use & Policy
Riverside Crossing Park is a premier destination park, open to the general public with the primary purpose of passive recreational use. Because of its scenic views and proximity to Historic Dublin and Bridge Park, the park is a popular venue for event requests, large and small. In addition to applicable permitting requirements outlined in the Community Event Policy, this policy provides regulations for the use of Riverside Crossing Park for events.
Please feel free to call Community Events at 614.410.4510 for any further information.
General Use Requirement
- Events and activities shall not impede pedestrian access to the Dublin Link Pedestrian Bridge or prevent general public use of the bike/walking paths.
- The permanent park restrooms may be used by events; however, depending on the size of the event, an event may be required to supply additional portable restrooms. Permitted restrooms must remain accessible to the general public.
- Permission to use a public address system or amplification may be approved through the event permitting process.
- Due to the irrigation system and underground utility lines, staking is not permitted in the event lawn.
- Golf carts or other motorized vehicles are not permitted on the event lawn without prior approval of the Community Events Division.
- If fencing is needed for an event, the style/type of fence shall be reviewed and approved in advance of the event through the event permitting process. Fencing and exclusive access is limited to specific areas of the park.
- Portions of the park are located in the active Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), and additional portions of the park can be activated as a DORA. If an event desires to activate a portion of the park for use as a DORA, a written request must be made to the Community Events Division staff and approved by the City Council as part of the permitting process.
Private Events
- Private social events such as weddings, birthday parties, graduations, etc. will not be granted a permit for exclusive use of the park and are not permitted to erect tents or other structures.
- Fundraising events with ticketed entrance prices may be permitted, but such events are not permitted to use the upper plaza.
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Scheduling Priority
- Tier 2 and Tier 3 permitted events may schedule events for the successive calendar year until December 31. New Tier 1 events are not permitted to schedule events for the successive calendar year.
- Previously permitted events that successfully meet all conditions related to their respective event permit, including Tier 1 events, have first right of refusal for the same location and date for the successive calendar year until December 31.
- Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 permitted events will be scheduled on a first come, first served basis for the current calendar year starting on January 1.
Fees
In general, the rental fees include the use of the Lower Plaza and surrounding lawn area. Exceptions may apply to avoid conflicts with other scheduled activities, maintaining public accessibility and to minimize excessive damage to the plaza and lawn areas. Fees will be reviewed on a yearly basis.
- Rental includes use of the east plaza landing lower terrace and surrounding lawn area (The Green). Exceptions may apply to avoid conflicts with other scheduled activities and maintain public accessibility.
- Rentals are available in half day and full day allotments. A half day event is a maximum of four (4) hours, including set up and tear down time. Full day events include the entire calendar day, with specific times to be established as part of the permitting process.
- Additional fees may apply for necessary permits and City services.
- Events may require a City staff member onsite depending on its size and complexity. The cost for City staff is in addition to the standard rental fees included in this policy.
- If additional days are necessary for set-up or clean-up, the cost will be half the amount paid for the park rental per day.
Any additional expense due to damage to City property as a result of the event is the responsibility of the permitted event organizer.
Events at the Park
Riverside Crossing Park is the newest addition to a broader system of regional parks and local recreational systems, linking to these assets through extensive shared use paths, water recreation access points and scenic natural connections.
Upper Plaza and Pavilion
- Shaded gathering space with lighting
- Men’s, women’s, and family restrooms (all universally accessible)
- Young adult changing table (holds up-to 331lbs)
- Gas fireplace
- Seating area with tables and chairs
- Overlook of the Scioto River
- Custom guard railing that utilized the leaf and branch patterns from trees along the river
- WiFi access points
- Trash and recycling receptacles
- Green roof
- Power service available for permitted events
Lower Plaza
- Ample bench seating
- Flowing water feature that provides a relaxing ambiance
- Seating with tables and chairs
- Lighting for use in the evening
- Trash and recycling receptacles
- WiFi Access
- Trees within the plaza that require special soil cells and irrigation placed below the pavement, which allow the trees to grow within the urban plaza space
- Boulder play area with artificial turf and fall attenuated padding
- Power service available for permitted events
Large Water Feature / Stairway to Lower Plaza
- Picturesque water feature
- Built-in amphitheater style seating next to the water feature
- Lighted stairs to walking paths
- Seating area with tables and chairs
- WiFi Access
Shared Use Path
- Accessible shared use path along the river
- Connections to Riverside Drive
- Pedestrian tunnel connection on the north end of the park to cross under Riverside Drive at John Shields Parkway
- Benches along the shared use path closest to the river
- Trash and recycling receptacles along the main path
- North overlook with benches just off the main path
- South overlook with benches just off the main path
- Northern boulder respite area with a grass path connection (just north of the Northern Overlook)
- Southern respite area (just south of the Pavilion)
- Power provided in locations for permitted events
- Connections to other shared use paths and parks
- Path connections to shared use paths along Emerald Parkway and S.R. 161
- Path connection to Kiwanis Riverway Park on the southern end of Riverside Crossing Park
Great Lawn Area
- Expansive lawn area for recreational use
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