Picnic or Field, Court, Track, and Outdoor Rink Permits

Permitting for Fields and Outdoor Rink

Recreation Department accepts applications from the Watertown Public Schools, youth leagues, adult teams, leagues and private schools beginning November for the following spring and summer seasons to be issued at the beginning of December. Field, Court, Track, and Outdoor Rink Permit Application - 2025 (PDF) for the fall season will be accepted after January 1st and permits will be issued based on priority beginning February.

Check Availability for Fields & Picnics

See the Permit Schedule Calendar.

We’re excited to announce new pricing for Arsenal Park along with updated permit applications that are now specific to Arsenal Park and Filippello Park.

Please download the appropriate Picnic Permit Application – 2025 for the park you’re requesting:

Arsenal Park Picnic Permit Application (PDF)

Please note: We are not accepting Picnic Table Permit reservations for any dates prior to Wednesday, July 16th, 2025.

Filippello Park Picnic Permit Application (PDF)

Fill out the application completely and email it to the Recreation Department.

Permits are handled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please note:

We cannot check availability over the phone or in person.

Picnic permit applications must be received at least 2 business days prior to your event.

Permits will be issued on a draft basis and are not valid until full payment is received.

Ready to apply? Submit a request for a Picnic at Arsenal Park or Filippello Park, or Field, Court, Track, or Outdoor Rink Permit.


See a map of Filippello Park

See a map of Arsenal Park