As Salisbury’s most significant downtown green space, Bell Tower Green is the place where our community gathers to celebrate, connect, and engage.

This 3-acre park hosts multiple leisure and entertaining areas to accommodate virtually any type of activity or event. From play spaces to entertainment sections to lush green expanses, Bell Tower Green is the park for you!

Reservations

Park spaces may be reserved for events by completing a Request for Park Use application no later than 30 days before the preferred event date. For larger community events, it is recommended that applications be submitted as soon as possible, but no earlier than one year in advance of the preferred event date. To make a reservation, complete this application (PDF) and submit to our admin office at play@salisburync.gov or in person at 217 S. Main St. Salisbury NC, 28144.

Circle Lawn & Amphitheater

Circle Lawn & Amphitheater

CAPACITY: 4000 people

FEATURES: S. Church St. / W. Fisher St. / S. Jackson St. access, Electricity, USB Connections, Public Restrooms

The Circle Lawn & Amphitheater is the ideal atmosphere to host largescale music performances and plays, weddings and other community events.

Promenade

Promenade

CAPACITY: 375 people

FEATURES: Electricity, USB Connections, Public Restrooms

The Promenade, bordering W. Innes St. is the perfect spot to enjoy an ice cream cone or a quaint stroll down Innes St. This area is well suited for lunch parties, small receptions, and family gatherings.

Bell Tower Garden & Gazebo

Bell Tower Garden & Gazebo

CAPACITY: 900 people

FEATURES: S. Jackson St. Access, Electricity, USB Connections, Public Restrooms, Accessible Lift

The Bell Tower Lawn and Gazebo offers an intimate space surrounded by greenery and trees with the Historic Bell Tower backdrop. This space is great for small performances, weddings, and garden parties.

Playground, Mini-Amphitheater and Splash Pad

Playground, Mini-Amphitheater and Splash Pad

CAPACITY: 275 people

FEATURES: W. Fisher St. / S. Jackson St. Access, Electricity, Public Restrooms

The Natural Play area offers a variety of play features and attractions for young and old alike to explore. This area is adjacent to the small amphitheater at the rear of the water wall and the splash pad on the face of the water wall. The Natural Play area is perfect space for birthday parties.

Garden Trellis

Garden Trellis

CAPACITY: 285 people

FEATURES: S. Church St. / W. Fisher St. Access, Electricity, Public Restrooms

The Garden Trellis along the southern edge of Bell Tower Green weaves through beautiful greenery and under magnificent arches. This space is perfect for small gatherings, art and vendor expos and much more.

Entire Park

Entire Park

CAPACITY: 5000+ people

FEATURES: S. Church St. / W. Fisher St. / S. Jackson St. Access, Electricity, Public Restrooms

Enjoy all that Bell Tower Green has to offer with access to the Circle Green, Bell Tower Lawn, Amphitheater, Promenade, Playground, Splash Pad, and Garden Trellis. A BTG whole park rental is perfect for a community festival, concert, and other activities and allows the opportunity to create a private atmosphere for ticketed or invite-exclusive events such as company picnics and weddings.

Event Rental Process

Start your application today! Park spaces may be reserved for events by completing a Request for Park Use Application no later than 30 days before the preferred event date. For larger community events, it is recommended that applications be submitted as soon as possible, but no earlier than one year in advance of the preferred event date.

Event date and location requests will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. The requested date will be held only after the Request for Park Use Application has been submitted with appropriate fee.

How it works

The applicant will receive a call from a Parks and Recreation representative within three working days to arrange an in-person meeting regarding your park use application. Depending on the type of event you or your organization are hosting, the process may vary. As we begin reviewing and processing your materials, we will be in contact with you to provide updates, recommendations, and/or requests for additional information. This process is a collaboration between several City departments and you or your organization may be contacted individually by these departments if they have specific questions or concerns about your event.

Depending on the request, the process can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks to complete. The earlier a request can be submitted the more time Parks and Recreation staff will have to work with you to provide feedback and meet your needs.

Signed application and a refundable damage deposit along with 100% of the total rental cost must be received by Salisbury Parks and Recreation at the time of the in person meeting. Dates cannot be reserved on the calendar without this payment and signed agreement.

Certificate of Insurance (if applicable) will be due no later than 2 weeks before the event date.

Following the event without incident, the damage deposit will be returned as a check by mail no later than two weeks after the event.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made with at least 14 days notice will forfeit 30% of the park rental fee. Damage Deposit will be refunded.

Cancellations made within 13 days notice will forfeit all rental fees but will be eligible for a refund of the damage deposit.

Application Submission

Request for Park Use Application can be printed online or picked up and submitted to:

Attention: Park Use Application
Salisbury Parks and Recreation Department
217 S. Main Street
Salisbury, NC 28144

All communication may be directed towards our Parks and Recreation Administration office at (704) 216-PLAY or play@salisburync.gov.

Pricing

Location Capacity County Rate County (Add. Per Hour) Non-County Rate Non-County (Add. Per Hour) Damage Deposit
Circle Lawn & Amphitheater & Promenade (5 hrs)4000$750$100$1000$200$300
Circle Lawn (3 hrs)4000$300$50$500$100$100
Promenade (3 hrs)375$200$50$350$100$100
Bell Tower Garden & Gazebo (5 hrs)900$300$50$500$100$100
Playground, Mini-Amphitheater and Splash Pad (2 hrs)275$100$25$200$50$50
Garden Trellis (3 hrs)285$300$50$500$100$100
Whole Park5000$4000$250$1000
Concert/Whole Spectator Event (8 hrs)$2000$150$500

Additional Fees

Additional Fees Price
Projector Screen$100*
Activity Chart$50
6 Foot Table$5
Folding Chair$1
Rain Date Hold (non-refundable)$300
Set Up$200
Additional SPRD staff$20/hr per person*

Specials & Discounts

Non-Profit Organizations—with proof of tax-exempt status submitted with application, will receive a 50% space rental discount.

Monday through Friday Day Rates—rentals held Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 am-5:00 pm will receive a 75% discount from the original space rental fee.

Frequently Asked Questions