The Village of Grafton values its parks and greenspace areas and encourages the community to spend time visiting each one of them. Please see below to learn about some of the requirements that the Village issues for our parks.
All domestic animals brought into the public parks by their owners shall be kept on a leash at all times and under the control of their owners. The owner shall remove all feces left by the animal anywhere in the public parks.
Bicentennial Park
Dedicated on July 1st, 2017, to commentate Grafton’s 200-years of progress. Bicentennial Park is a town favorite gathering place for downtown walkers rest or meet others. Nestled next to the intersection of Main and Mechanic Streets, Bicentennial Park has become Grafton’s go-to spot for wedding day and family snapshots… day or night!
Bicentennial Park, often referred to Gazebo Park, is open from Dawn to Dusk. A favorite place by many for hometown photos or simply a place to sit and relax, Bicentennial Park is open to all. Bicentennial Park is also a popular venue for small intimate wedding ceremonies. Private use 4-hour rental of Bicentennial Park is available on weekends for $50.00. Planning ahead helps parks personnel plan to have the lawn area mowed and…. The sprinkler system turned off during your special occasion.
North Park Community Center
On the north side of the village, off of Novak Road is North Park. Park Main ENTRANCE is 1230 ELM ST, GRAFTON, OH 44044
This park offers a picnic shelter, which can be rented, restrooms, playground equipment, and a basketball court. The community room, which is available for rent, is located in North Park with Fire Station #2. The park entrance is lined with trees honoring loved ones and is known as “Memory Lane”. There is no guarantee grass and lawn areas will be cut as lawn maintenance is subject to weather and available personnel.
Home of Grafton’s SPLASH STATION!
Grafton Community Room and North Park Pavilion Rental
Community Room – Closing time midnight
Community Room Rules and Regulations
| Resident | Non-Resident | |
| 4 Hour | $150 and $50 refundable deposit | $200 and $50 refundable deposit |
| Entire Day | $225 and $50 refundable deposit | $300 and $50 refundable deposit |
Prices dependent on if all rules are followed on provided sheet. Cash or checks only.
The deposit and rent are due in full to secure/rent a date for the the Community Room during regular Town Hall hours.
To check available dates call 440-926-2401 opt. 2. Rentals cannot be made over the phone.
North Park Pavilion
Park Rentals Rules and Regulations
$100.00 rent per day
Cash or checks only.
To check available dates call 440-926-2401 opt. 2. Rentals cannot be made over the phone.
Willow Park
Restrooms are available from Memorial Day through Labor Day ONLY!
Park Rentals Rules and Regulations
Park Rules
$100.00 rent per day
Cash or checks only.
To check available dates call 440-926-2401 opt. 2. Rentals cannot be made over the phone.
Willow Park Pavilion Rentals
WILLOW PARK CONCERT & STAGE VENUE
The Willow Park Pavilions are available to rent, for a fee of $100.00 per-pavilion per day.
$100.00 rent per pavilion, per day, paid in full to secure the date. See Rules and Regulations above.
Cash or checks only.
To check available dates call 440-926-2401 opt. 2. Rentals cannot be made over the phone.
Village Parks employees will provide a best effort to provide a clean facility with all lawn areas mowed. When weather, staffing or in the event the Parks personnel were unable to provide the level of service usually provided, there is no guarantee grass will be cut as lawn maintenance is subject to weather and available personnel.
WILLOW PARK MEMORY LANE – CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF YOUR LOVED ONE
Celebrate the life of a loved one by planting a tree in Grafton Memory Lane at Willow Park. Trees will be planted as a tribute to a loved one along the Willow Park driveway with a memorial plaque placed at the base of the tree. This is a wonderful opportunity to honor your loved in a living memorial.
Cost of the tree and plaque is $300.00.
These can be purchased via form and check or cash or with card or digital through SeeMyLegacy.
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Reservoir Park
Restrooms are available from Memorial Day through Labor Day ONLY!
Park Rules
Home to Grafton’s state recognized HOT STOVE league, Reservoir Park is a center for baseball activity April through August. As of 2022 there is the Reservoir Trails. Located North of Main St and next to the Grafton Reservoir you will find a piece of Grafton serenity where those young and old who love to cast a line can fish to there hearts content in a easy to access scenic park setting. No swimming is permitted.
Reservoir Park is located across the street from Willow Park on South Main Street. Reservoir Park includes four baseball diamonds, restrooms and concession stand facility.
Reservoir Park is not available for rental.
Lorain County Metro Parks Trail
The village along with the Lorain County Metro Parks has developed a trail from behind Grafton Lanes on Main Street, to a trail owned and maintained by the Metro Park System. This trail leads to Indian Hollow Metro Park on Parsons Road.