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Schedule your next family or company event in one of the beautiful group picnic sites or covered pavilions. Park reservations may be made online, in person or by phone at the Parks Administrative Office (830) 221-4350, up to 18 months in advance. Payment is due in full at the time the reservation is made. Payments are accepted by check, cash or VISA, Discover, MasterCard and American Express.
Rentals
Pavilion and Picnic Area Rentals
Reserving a Pavilion, Picnic Table, or other amenity is easy!
Reservation rates vary based on size of the location and amenities offered, but some begin as low as $55 for residents. See the complete list of Pavilion and Picnic Area Fees & Amenities.
Landa Park Map & Rental Guide
Fischer Park Map & Rental Guide
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To make a reservation: Call 830-221-4350, reserve online, or visit the Parks Administration Office (110 Golf Course Rd.)
Landa Haus Rentals
This climate-controlled event facility accommodates up to 150 people, and comes complete with outdoor pavilion that overlooks Landa Lake.
Make plans to hold your family reunion, business meeting, wedding reception, seasonal party, or other special event at the Landa Haus, located in the heart of Landa Park, at 360 Aquatic Circle. Reservations for Landa Haus are taken for dates up to 18 months in advance of the current date.
Individual Picnic Space Fees
Per Article 1. Sec. 86-2 of the City of New Braunfels Code of Ordinances, individual picnic spaces are available throughout the park system on a first come, first served basis. Park rangers will collect a $25 per picnic space fee in season, Easter weekend through the first weekend in October, in Landa Park, Fischer Park and Hinman Island Park.
With proof of residency, citizens living inside the corporate city limits of New Braunfels will not be charged for the first picnic space. Picnic spaces include but are not limited to tables, chairs, blankets and/or canopies.
Cancellations/Refunds
- A full refund will be issued with a cancellation two weeks or more prior to the reservation date.
- March-September: A half refund will be issued if less than two weeks notice of cancellation is given.
- No refund will be provided if the renting party fails to show and no cancellation notice is received prior to the date of the reservation.
Inclement Weather Policy
Weather rain outs will be determined by Parks and Recreation Department staff. If a rain out is declared, the reservation holder may reschedule the site (at no fee) for a day within three months of the initial reservation date - provided the Parks office is notified within the first three working days after the original reservation.
Volleyball Court Reservations
The volleyball courts in Landa Park may be rented for exclusive usage. Companies or individuals picnicking in the park are encouraged to rent a court for a group activity. Volleyball courts #1 and #2 are located in Landa Park on Golf Course Road next to the Landa Park Aquatic Complex. Court #3 is located in Landa Park adjacent to picnic area #9 (no light at this location). . Volleyballs are not provided.
Fee change effective January 1, 2022:
Landa Park Volleyball Courts #1 and #2
- Fall/Winter (Nov 1 – Feb 28) Rates:
6am-6pm $10/hour - no lights available
6pm-11pm $15/hour – light scheduling is included - Spring/Summer (March 1 – Oct 31) Rates:
6am-8pm $10/hour - no lights available
8pm-11pm $15/hour – light scheduling is included
Landa Park Volleyball Court #3
- Fall/Winter (Nov 1 – Feb 28) Rates:
6am-6pm $10/hour - no lights available - Spring/Summer (March 1 – Oct 31) Rates:
6am-8pm $10/hour - no lights available
The following are prohibited in all city parks:
- Glass containers
- Individual portable (personal) grills
- Tents and hammocks
- Items staked into the ground
- Ground fires
- Skateboarding, in-line skating, or roller skating on or around historical monuments and the Dance Slab.
- Use of metal detector in city parks and wildlife preserves
- Use of firearms, air-guns, slingshots, bows & arrows, or gigs
- Loud music, excessive noise, and disturbing conduct
- Littering
- Camping or overnight lodging
- Launching or docking watercraft in Landa Park or Fischer Park
- Use of tobacco products on or within 50 feet of any outdoor city-owned youth athletic fields, skate park, playground, or playground equipment located within the city limits of the city.
- Nails or staples are not allowed to secure decorations. No additional signage is allowed to advertise your picnic and you are responsible for total cleanup of picnic areas.
- Cutting, destroying, or removing vegetation, trees, and deadwood without permission from park officials.
- Feeding wildlife
Note: Please refer to individual park pages for park specific rules.
- Park hours for all parks: 6:00 am - 12 Midnight Exception: Cypress Bend Park: 6:00am to Dusk.
- Reservations are required for all group picnic areas and pavilions.
- Park Rangers will collect a $25.00 fee per picnic space in season. A picnic space includes but is not limited to tables, chairs, blankets and/or canopies. City of New Braunfels residents may use one picnic space free of charge with proof of residency.
- With the exception of Landa Park, Fischer Park and Camp Comal, the consumption of alcoholic beverages or the possession of an open alcohol container in city owned parks is prohibited by city ordinance. At Landa Park, Fischer Park and Camp Comal, the consumption of alcoholic beverages or the possession of an open alcoholic beverage container in designated parking areas or within 25 feet of a roadway is prohibited.
- Parking is allowed in designated parking areas only.
- Pets must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in Comal Springs, in any waterway throughout Landa Park, Fischer Park or the Fischer Park Sprayground.
- Only freestanding canopies without bottoms are permitted for use.
- Skateboarding, in-line skating, or roller skating is permitted on sidewalks only. Walkers have the right-or-way on multipurpose trails. JAWS Skatepark allows skates, skateboards, and bikes only.
- Volleyball and horseshoes are permitted only in designated areas.
- Wading and swimming permitted only in designated areas.
- Nature trails are for pedestrian use only. Bicycles, motorcycles, vehicles, etc. are prohibited (except Dry Comal Trail).
- No person may operate a motor vehicle at any park facility or wildlife preserve, except upon roads, driveways, parking areas, and areas designated open to motor vehicles except as authorized by the department.
- Advertising, selling of goods, products, or services by authorized park concessionaires only.
- No person may use an area or facility for any purpose contrary to its designated purpose. Facility users may not exceed the maximum limit of people established for a facility. For example, a single table maximum is 8 people.
- Fishing is allowed only with a regular rod and reel. Net fishing is not permitted in environmentally sensitive areas. A state fishing license and freshwater fishing stamp are required per Texas Parks and Wildlife regulations.
- All habitat and wildlife are protected.
- All sites, objects, buildings, artifacts, implements, and locations of historical, archaeological, geologic, scientific or educational interest of every character located in, on or under the surface of any park facility and wildlife preserve are protected.
- Public or private instruction is not allowed within the boundaries of any city park without prior permission and a current contract or agreement on file with the Parks & Recreation Department.
Birthday Party or Private Event Packages
Choose from one of our themes to ignite your guests’ interest in the natural world. Our package includes two hours of reserved time in our indoor Nature Education Center, one hour of activities hosted by one of our staff members, tables and chairs, basic table covers, and balloons.
Themes: Butterflies and things that fly, Animal Explorers, Happy Campers (add on fishing for an additional fee), Dino Roar
Contact: 830-221-4378
Birthday Parties
Option 1: $150 FOR 2 HOURS
- 15 children
- One hour of activities
- Table with covers & balloons
Option 2: $200 FOR 2 HOURS
- 30 children
- One hour of activities
- Table with covers & balloons
Private Rentals
Indoor Activity Room Rental
- $40 per hour
- Seating for 30
LANDA PARK AQUATIC COMPLEX
Make a splash at the Landa Park Aquatic Complex - host your next birthday party with us! Pool party packages are only available during the regular summer operation hours for the Landa Park Aquatics Complex (LPAC). Private rentals are only available on Saturday and Sunday mornings.
Contact: 830-221-4360
PARTY PACKAGES
BASIC POOL PARTY PACKAGE - $175
- Two hours for 15 people
- Birthday party room, tables and chairs for party guests
- Bag and t-shirt for the birthday person
*ADDITIONAL GUESTS CHARGED SPECTATOR RATE OF $4
**PLATES, NAPKINS, CUPS, PLASTICWARE NOT INCLUDED
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PRIVATE RENTALS
All three pools at the LPAC are available to rent outside of operating hours. The following guidelines apply to booking a private pool rental:
- Please review the rental policies.
- Private pool rentals can only be made outside of open swim hours and cannot be booked on a day the pool is closed or booked for a special event.
- Rental cannot be made on holiday weekends (Memorial Day, July 4th & Labor Day).
- Bookings must be made at least 7 days in advance of the rental.
- Rentals are made in minimum of two hours time blocks.
- Rentals are subject to available staffing.
- Rentals of the Springfed and Olympic pool may only occur in the morning.
- Lifeguard staff are included in the rental fee to monitor guest safety, not supervise party guests. Adults present at party must be actively supervising the party.
- Guests who wish to stay during open swim hours must purchase a wristband to stay at the facility during open swim hours.
- Below are the rates for rentals and maximum guests allowed per rental space:
| Pool** | Rate | Included Guests |
| Olympic Pool | $155 | 100 Guests * (250 max) |
| Zero Depth Pool | $105 | 50 Guests * (75 max) |
| Olympic & Zero Pool | $180 | 150 Guests * (325 max) |
| Springfed Pool | $325 | 200 Guests * (800 max) |
*$2 more per guest above included guests # up to the maximum amount of guests.
**Rental of a pool includes access to the bath house restrooms.
LANDA PARK MINI GOLF
It's a stroke of genius to hold your next birthday party or private event at the Landa Park Min Golf Course! We promise, your party won't just be par for the course...it's be a hole in one!
Contact: 830-221-4370
BASIC PACKAGE - $200 FOR 2 HOURS
- Unlimited Mini Golf for 15 Guests
- Mini Golf Pavilion reserved
- Balloons
- Special Gift for the Birthday Person
- Four Pizzas
*Only available during regular operating hours
ALL INCLUSIVE - $285 FOR 2 HOURS
- Unlimited Mini Golf for 30 Guests
- Mini Golf Pavilion reserved
- Balloons
- Special Gift for the Birthday Person
- Eight Pizzas
- Three Dozen Cookies
- Lemonade
*Only available during regular operating hours
PUBLIC PAVILION RENTAL - $150
- Two Hours of Unlimited Mini Golf for 20 guests
- Mini Golf Pavilion reserved
- $75 for each additional hour
- $1 off each admission for groups with more than
20 guests
Only available during regular operating hours
PRIVATE RENTAL - $300
- Two Hours of Unlimited Mini Golf
- Facility after hours
- $150 for each additional hour
- *Only available when mini golf is closed
LANDA RECREATION CENTER
Parties at the Landa Recreation Center are available September through April. Parties must be booked a minimum of 14 days in advance.
Contact: 830-221-4370
BASIC PACKAGE - $175 FOR 2 HOURS
- Gym and Game Room rental for 15 people
- Three dozen cupcakes & Four pizzas
- Balloons, table covers & streamers
- Special Gift for the Birthday Person
- Equipment available for use
ALL INCLUSIVE - $285 FOR 2 HOURS
- Gym and Game Room rental for 30 people
- A staff member to lead an activity
- Three dozen cupcakes & eight pizzas
- Lemonade
- Balloons table covers & streamers
- Special Gift for the Birthday Person
Cancellations & Refunds
- A full refund will be issued with a cancellation two weeks or more prior to the party date.
- A half refund will be issued if less than two weeks notice of cancellation is given.
- No refund will be provided if the party fails to show and no cancellation notice is received prior to the date of the party.