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The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Permits & Rentals – Athletic Fields

Athletic Field Reservations

The use of Recreational or Regional Park Fields is by permit only. Permits for Local Park Fields are not required, but recommended; non-permitted users must relinquish the field to permit holders during the permitted time.

All permits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sports Leagues and Organizations:

Prior to each season, certain user groups will receive their priority use contracts automatically.
Visit our Athletic Field Use Permit Policy to see if your group is considered a priority user group.

Priority Use Contracts will be sent to the primary account holder no later than January 5th for the Spring/Summer season, June 15 for the Fall season, and November 1 for the Winter season. No contracts will be issued to user groups if there is an outstanding balance due in the account.

If there is someone or another group occupying your rental space, present your permit to them and ask them to vacate. In case of an emergency or to report a problem that significantly affects use, please contact Park Police Non-Emergency Number: 301-949-8010. For School and Department of Recreation Fields, call CUPF (Community Use of Public Facilities) after hours: 240-490-2873.

Need additional information? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions Page!

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