Use of the following facilities requires a permit from the City of Groton Parks and Recreation Department. To check on availability or get permit forms, simply call 860.446.4128 or visit our office at 295 Meredian St.

ZBIERSKI HOUSE at Eastern Point Beach

A community building available for rent, this seaside house is ideal for small alcohol-free gatherings of 50 people or less. Overlooking the Thames River and Long Island Sound, this beachfront location is perfect for family celebrations, church and civic events as well as business meetings.

Rental Rates:
City of Groton Residents - $25.00 per hour
Non-Residents - $50.00 per hour

Note: There is a $100.00 deposit required to hold the reservation date.

During beach season, additional parking fees will apply to all rentals. Please call our office Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm for more information on parking restrictions, reservations and fees.

PICNIC PAVILIONS at Washington Park

The City of Groton has six (6) picnic pavilions with charcoal grills at Washington Park - a perfect place to relax socialize during those lazy days of summer. Military personnel receive a 10% discount.

Pavilions #1, 3, and 5
(Up to 75 people)
Daily Usage Fees
Pavilions #2, 4, and 6
(Up to 30 people)
Daily Usage Fees
City Residents $50.00 $25.00
Non-residents $100.00 $50.00
City Business $100.00 $50.00
Outside Business $150.00 $100.00

BALL FIELDS at Washington Park

All field reservations must be made through the Parks and Recreation office. Fees for the day and event will be set at the time the field reservations are scheduled. League reservation requests are taken in January of each year.

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