Party & Event Rentals
Party Package
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to host your child’s birthday party at Cabin John Regional Park’s Locust Grove Nature Center.
The Party Package includes:
- Use of the Nature Center for 3 hours. (30 minutes to set up, 2 hours for your party, and 30 minutes to clean up)
- A seasonal nature program led by a naturalist. Check our group program listings for ideas .
- A naturalist led hike.
A fee of $200 includes tje room rental and a program for up to 20 children. A non- refundable $50 deposit is required to hold the date.
Depending on Nature Center schedule and staff availability, two time slots are available each day: 11am – 1pm and 2pm – 4pm.
Campfire Rings
Imagine sitting around the campfire roasting marshmallows, enjoying S’mores in the company of friends…You can do that right here at Locust Grove! Reserve a fire ring for your next scout or youth group event.
The fire rings are available for organized groups in the afternoon and evening for a $50 fee.
Picnic Pavillion
Would you like to host an event on the quiet side of the park?
The picnic pavilion is available sunrise to sunset for a fee of only $75 for four hours.
Exhibit Room Rental
Groups may rent our exhibit room for private functions (dependant on staff availability and nature center scheduling). The exhibit room rental fee is $100. A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your reservation.
The Fine Print
- Locust Grove Nature Center does not provide trash cans or trash pick up. All trash must be carried out. Disposing of food in fire rings or in the woods constitutes littering, and clean up fees or fines may be assessed for trash or food left behind. All strings, signage, and decorations must be removed at the close of the event.
- All fires must be completely out (cold) prior to leaving the site.
- For the safety of our wildlife, rubber balloons are not allowed.
- Naturalist programs are not included in pavillion, exhibit room or campfire ring rentals unless arranged beforehand.
- Refund Policy
In the event that high winds, lightning conditions, or other conditions should cause Locust Grove to close and cancel an event, a full refund will be issued. If you must cancel your reservation, please submit a written request. If your request is received the day of the event no refund will be given. No refunds will be given to events missed by you. - Inclement Weather Policy
Locust Grove Nature Center encourages people to enjoy nature in all conditions. Events reserved in the Exhibit Room take place rain or shine. Events scheduled at the Fire Rings or Picnic Pavilion may be rescheduled in case of inclement weather.
To Make a Reservation
Please call Locust Grove Nature Center at 301-765-8660.
Montgomery County Department of Parks