Thompson Park

5600 Thompson Rd, Columbus, OH 43230

Thompson Park is a great destination for sports enthusiasts.

There are 59 acres offering tennis and basketball courts, walking trails, a playground, and full-size athletic fields. The open air pavilion makes a great setting for picnics and reunions. Parks close at sunset.

Secure your spot with a reservation. Groups of 20 or more are required to have a reservation. The pavilion can accommodate 60 people. Reservations must be made 2 weeks or more in advance of the event date.

Please note that in order to see the most up to date information on availability, you must choose the calendar, then filter by the facility you wish to reserve. If you see a green reserve button it is available. It the space is blank, it it not available.

2024 reservations are open.
2025 reservations will open for the full year on November 1, 2024.
Please note: Pets are never permitted at New Albany Parks and Recreation facilities
Alcohol is not permitted in the park.
Portable grills are not permitted to be brought to the park.

The gate will automatically open daily at 7:00am and close daily at 10:00pm. Cars still in the lot after the park closes will be able to exit by pulling up to the gate sensor, but cars will not be able to enter Thompson Park.

Reservations will only be accepted for Residents of the New Albany Park District over the age of 18. Residents of the New Albany Park District live in the New Albany-Plain Local School District. New Albany Parks and Recreation reserves the right to ask for proof of residency.

Cleaning deposit required and will be returned if cleaning requirements are complete. Disregarding any of the facility rules will result in the forfeiture of the deposit.

Thompson Pavilion Rental Rates	Rental Time	Friday-Sunday	Monday-Thursday
New Albany-Plain Local School District Residents Only	10:00am-8:00pm	$100 Rental/$100 Deposit	$50 Rental/$50 Deposit

Thompson Park Includes

7 full-size athletic fields
5 tennis courts
open air pavilion with capacity of 60
large multi-age playground
concession/restroom building

Rules

New Albany Parks & Recreation reserves the right to deny use of district parks and facilities to groups who fail to comply with the rules and regulations set forth below. It is understood that the group/organization using the above park/facility will comply with the laws of the State of Ohio and City of New Albany, and all rules and regulations set forth by New Albany Parks & Recreation.

Specifically, the responsible party:

Will be held legally and financially responsible for the conduct of all group members and shall remain on site during the rental.
Will assume liability for any damage done to the park facilities during the event
Will park only in designated areas
Will not bring any dogs or pets to the parks
Will observe all posted rules by athletic fields
Will observe the rules and regulations established for the conduct of the parks established by the parks and recreation Board of Trustees
Will enter a facility on the reserved day no sooner than 8:00am and leave the premises no later than 8:30pm, unless approved by the Director
Will put litter associated with your event in containers provided
Will not serve or consume beer and/or alcoholic beverages in any New Albany Parks park or facilities. Consumption of alcohol is prohibited in all Joint Park District facilities.
Will not use confetti at the Park.
Must be a resident of the New Albany Park District over the age of 18.

No selling or solicitation of goods or services without written approval from the Director.

Any groups that abuse a facility or violate rules and regulations will not be issued any future permits, and charges for damage and cleaning will be assessed.

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