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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

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*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.

Park Use Application

Muriel Iverson Williams Waterfront Park Updates 2025

Please see the alerts in blue below. Questions? Contact parksrec@cityofpoulsbo.com

Temporary Pause on New Special Events (Apr-Dec 2025)
  • Due to ongoing damage by heavy foot traffic and the increasing amount of events held at the park, no new special events will be approved during this period.
  • The park’s soils have very little opportunity to recover from the compaction caused by heavy park usage, resulting in long term expensive damage to the turf. Staff are working on developing a turf management plan for the park to provide to Council for input by the end of the year.
  • Events held at the park since 2023 and pavilion-only rentals are not affected.
South End Picnic Area Construction (Sept-Dec 2025)

The south end picnic area requires a full refresh. Removal and replacement of the existing concrete pad graded appropriately for water drainage and ADA accessibility, adding increased collar spacing around the trunks of the multiple beloved older trees, upgraded lighting for public safety and security, and replacement of all picnic tables and benches.

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. 

Rec Center Facility Use Application

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.

Sign Board Application

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.

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