Parks & Recreation > Facility Rentals
Park Buildings *
Please call Poulsbo Parks and Recreation for availability at one of three park buildings in Poulsbo:
- Raab Park picnic shelter (Note: The Raab Park Picnic Shelter will be closed into late 2024 due to the Play for All inclusive playground construction.)
- Nelson Park
- Austin-Kvelstad Pavilion at Muriel Iverson Williams Waterfront Park
See our Virtual Tours below!
- Click here to see the Nelson Park picnic shelter
- Click here to see Nelson Park parking areas
- Click here to see the playground and restroom facility
*Please note that a Special Event license will be required if your event is open to the public. Please click here for the Special Event license application through the City of Poulsbo.
Muriel Iverson Williams Waterfront Park
Please see the alerts in blue below. Questions? Contact parksrec@cityofpoulsbo.com
Refurbished South End Picnic Area at Muriel Iverson Williams Park
The south end picnic shelter area renovation was completed by the city’s Public Works Department in December 2025. The area was identified as needing a refresh years ago due to a failing concrete pad, to expand tree collar spacing allowing for healthier tree root growth, upgrade lighting for public safety, increase accessibility of pathways, manage water runoff, update ADA picnic tables, add new native landscaping, and improve visibility. Unfortunately, one of the London Plane trees in the renovation area fell, and two others were determined to have severely compromised root systems and were in danger of falling. The trees were removed for safety and were replaced with trees selected with guidance from members of the Poulsbo Tree Board. The renovation is now completed and includes five new picnic tables, new lighting, native plantings more conducive to our changing climate, and offers a beautiful open community space. The adjacent planting area is also one of three new Pollinator Pathways planted as part of the Poulsbo Pollinator Project.
Austin-Kvelstad Pavilion Assessment
The City will be conducting a structural assessment of the pavilion this year to review options for extending the longevity and community usage of the beloved park amenity.
Guardian Stone Repairs
The city is coordinating with the artist on necessary repairs of this iconic artwork.
Recreation Center
The Recreation Center has rooms to rent within its walls! There are three multi-purpose spaces: one is a classroom with a small kitchen (28′ x 38′), the other is a small classroom (seats 12-15), and the last is the fitness room/gym (48′ x 39′). The rooms are available around the recreation program schedule. Please give us a call at 360.779.9898 for more information.
- Entrance: https://goo.gl/FNDBaj
- Fitness Room/Gym: https://goo.gl/8g1MPk
- Classroom/Kitchen: https://goo.gl/BNIDw8
- Front & Parking Lot: https://goo.gl/jcNEpU
- Racquetball: https://goo.gl/vr1tLd
Community Sign Boards
The parks and recreation office manages two community sign boards in Poulsbo. One is located at the corner of Hostmark Street and Highway 305; the second is located on Highway 305 just south of Viking Avenue. These signs are used by nonprofit organizations to advertise special events and community activities. For more information please call the office at 360.779.9898.
Library Community Room
Rental of the community room at the Poulsbo Library is done with the library staff. The large gathering room is located on the bottom level of the library, and can host from 10 to 100 people. The library is located at 700 NE Lincoln Road. Please call 360.779.2915 ex. 5 for more information and availability. To rent space at the Library, go to the Poulsbo Library Rental.