Event Rentals
Tom Lee Park is a great host for events of all types including weddings, birthday parties, family reunions, corporate events and festivals.
Tom Lee Park has spaces of all sizes available for both public and private events. You must pay a rental fee and for all damages caused by your event.
For special events open to the public with no entrance fee, fee waivers are considered on a case by case basis.
Beale Street Landing
A spacious indoor event venue located at the northern entrance to Tom Lee Park. Offers a large indoor area with a catering kitchen and an outdoor patio space. It’s a popular choice for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and corporate gatherings.
Rental fee starts at $5,5OO
Available only Friday-Sunday
Visionary Grove
At the north entrance to the park this serene, modern space is furnished with tables and chairs. Great view of AutoZone Plaza enhanced by gentle water misters and colorful LED lights. This space is perfect for small group gatherings.
Rental fee starts at $3,OOO
North Lawn
A spacious outdoor area spanning approximately 72,OOO sq. ft. It is the ideal space for hosting run/walks, large events, festivals and sports.
Rental fee starts at $6,OOO
Close to park restrooms and F&B Vendors.
First Horizon River Lounge
Overlooking the river is this private outdoor hangout and lounge. With capacity of up to 75 people, this space is ideal for small groups and cocktail parties.
Three-hour rental - $3OO on weekdays or $45O on weekends.
Close to park restrooms and F&B Vendors.
Sunset Canopy
Tom Lee Park’s signature feature, Sunset Canopy is a 2O,OOO sq. ft. covered multi-use space with a generous stage and spectacular river backdrop.
Rental fee starts at $6,OOO
Close to park restrooms and F&B Vendors
Only available for a limited number of private events each year
Community Room
Next to the park’s signature river playground is a small, private, indoor space. With capacity of up to 25 people, this space is ideal for small groups or kids birthday parties.
Three-hour rental - $15O on weekdays or $3OO on weekends.
TVA Lawn
The park’s central lawn is more than 1OO,OOO sq. ft. of open space adjacent to Sunset Canopy and the playground. Ideal for hosting large events, festivals and sports.
Rental fee starts at $5,5OO
Heroes Plaza
A special part of the park where David Alan Clark’s memorial sculpture of Tom Lee is located.
Rental fee starts at $3,OOO
Can only be used for appropriate events
No nearby restrooms
The Prospect
A special event space for special events. The stunning grand stairs of the Prospect look to the River and lead onto an adjacent event lawn. This is an ideal space for an unforgettable wedding.
Rental fee starts at $3,OOO
No nearby restrooms
Picnic Deck
In the south end of the park is an elevated, outdoor deck with extended picnic tables and benches. Ideal for larger groups, birthday parties and family reunions.
Rental fee starts at $1,5OO
No nearby restrooms
Hammock Grove
A serene area between Heroes Plaza and The Prospect, perfect for peaceful reading, meditation, and intimate gatherings.
Three-hour rental - $3OO on weekdays or $45O on weekends.
No nearby restrooms
South Lawn
The third of the park’s event lawns is at the south end, adjacent to the wildflower meadow and close to the Buckman Classroom and Picnic Deck.
Rental fee starts at $5,OOO
No nearby restrooms
Sound Garden
A private space located at the southernmost point of the park, ideal for intimate gatherings.
Three-hour rental - $3OO on weekdays or $45O on weekends.
No nearby restrooms
Frequently Asked Questions
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No, you can use any vendors you like in the park.
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Every renter is required to pay a damage deposit. If damages are caused by your event or its attendees, you may not receive the full amount of your deposit back.
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No refunds are available. If your event has to be postponed or cancelled due to weather you are able to use your rental fee as a credit for a future event rental.