Bays Mountain Rentals
Bays Mountain Park is a great place to host a special function like a corporate meeting, wedding, birthday party and more!
Bays Mountain Park is a great place to host a special function like a corporate meeting, wedding, birthday party and more!
Available Rental Spaces:
Pavilion at Lily Pad Cove
You can rent this multi-use, outdoor pavilion on the lake for a variety of events including weddings, school programs, speaking engagements, music, private and/or corporate socials and more. Rental includes use of up to 80 chairs, tables, and parking for guests.
Cost:
$150/four hour block (Monday – Thursday)
$250/four hour block (Friday – Sunday)
$75/each additional hour
Discovery Theater
You can rent this large class/meeting room for birthday parties, club meetings and more. It has a vinyl tile floor for easy clean up.
Cost: $35/hour
Farmstead Museum
You can rent this large log structure complete with rustic exhibits and displays. The main level is best for smaller groups. The upper level can handle 100, but is served by one staircase.
$100/hour
Lower level:
Upper level:
Day Camp Cabin (Old Caretaker’s Cabin)
This is a small log house situated near the observatory grounds. It has a small kitchenette (no stove), its own bathroom and an intimate space for a small, private meeting.
Cost: $50/hour
Planetarium Theater
The theater is available for special showings of any of our planetarium programs. Other possible private uses can be for a meeting or wedding, for example. All reservations must be made through the planetarium staff by calling 423-224-2532.
Nature Center
You can rent the large Nature Center building before/after its regular open hours. This includes the main lobby and tree-covered balcony.
Cost: $200/hour
Park Grounds
You can rent the general grounds before/after regular park hours. This is necessary if a rental is held past park hours.
Cost: $150/hour; 2 hour minimum
Our park staff will be happy to work with you to plan your special event. We have a large number of folding tables and chairs that are available at no extra cost. Please use the link below to reserve your rental. You can also contact the park at (423) 229-9447 with rental questions or if you have a larger rental need.
Note: All rentals are dependent upon available venues, materials, staff and scheduling.
853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN 37660
Phone: 423.229.9447 | Fax: 423.224.2589
Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium is temporarily closed due to damage from Hurricane Helene. We will reopen with normal hours on Wednesday, October 9.
The extent of the damage done to the park by last week’s storm includes:
Due to the professionalism and dedication of staff, no animals escaped or were harmed by the storm. Staff is continuing to work this week to get the park operational as soon as possible. We appreciate the public’s patience during this challenging time.