Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park

Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park's 42 acres feature a variety of athletic fields and courts, recreational areas, and playground amenities open to the public. Facilities available for reservation include garden areas, picnic shelters, and softball and soccer fields. View details about rentable spaces within Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park below.

Please note: Four of the park's six picnic shelters (#1–#4) are available for reservation. Two (#5 and #6) are available on a first-come, first-served basis for groups of 49 or less patrons. Groups larger than 50 or those bringing in vendor services (such as bounce houses or catering) must make a reservation.

Programs

The City of Irvine offers a variety of sports classes at Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park, including youth and adult tennis lessons, cardio boot camps, and softball leagues. For all programs and activities currently at the park, visit yourirvine.org.

Reservations

Please review the amenities below. To make a reservation or for more information, contact Facility Reservations at 949-724-6620 or reservations@cityofirvine.org. Applicants may now also fill out a Facility Reservation Application & Request form online here.

Available Facility Reservations

Amphitheater

Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park's Amphitheater includes a well-manicured grass seating area, accessible staircase, and a beautiful view of the City of Irvine Military Memorial. The amphitheater has three electrical outlets and a capacity of up to 100 attendees, depending on setup.

Formal Garden

Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park's Formal Garden features lush, green backdrops; arbor shade coverings; various bench seating; and a central fountain. The garden has one electrical outlet and lights under the arbor. Tables and chairs are allowed on the sidewalks only, not on the grass. Garden capacity is up to 250 attendees, depending on setup.




Informal Garden

Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park's Informal Garden features an elegant arch-covered entrance, decorative greenery, various bench seating, and a central rock fountain. The garden has one electrical outlet and surrounding lighting. Tables and chairs are allowed on the sidewalks only. Garden capacity is up to 75 attendees, depending on setup.



Picnic Shelters #1–#4

Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park includes four picnic shelter areas available for reservation. Each shelter features long and short tables, and a barbecue. The long picnic tables measure 30"x95", and the small picnic tables measure 30"x71". Picnic capacity is up to 75 attendees per shelter area. Groups larger than 75 people are required to reserve additional shelters to accommodate the number of attendees.

Picnic Shelter #1

Picnic Shelter #2

Picnic Shelter #3

Picnic Shelter #4

Policies & Fees

The City of Irvine Community Services Reservation Policy is established to ensure that the use of City facilities and parks aligns with City values, provides fair access to all users, remains fair priced, operates in a fiscally responsible manner, and supports a safe and sustainable community.

The Community Facilities Reservation Policy and Community Facility Fees will detail the category rates and permit hours for each site, and identify additional fees for events requiring alcohol service, filming, or equipment rentals.