Questions guests ask about Bank Run Metro Park

Question 1

How far ahead can we book?

Accepted Answer

Individual lodges and shelters can be reserved up to eight months ahead. Large events of 500+ guests book 8 to 12 months ahead, and full-site rentals of 1,000+ guests 12 to 18 months ahead.

Question 2

What does a rental cost?

Accepted Answer

Franklin County residents receive discounted pricing. Rates for Bank Run are not posted on the pages we read, so email to ask.

Question 3

When do we pay?

Accepted Answer

Metro Parks says reservations for all its venues require full payment when the reservation is made.

Question 4

What is the refund policy?

Accepted Answer

A cancellation 30 days out gets 90% back, 14 to 29 days out gets 25%, and 13 days or fewer gets 0%. Refunds are not issued for inclement weather.

Question 5

What are the decoration rules?

Accepted Answer

Use non-marring tape or string. No nails, staples, tacks, duct tape, push pins or glue. No confetti, glitter, open flames or sparklers.

Question 6

Can we bring our own caterer?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Guests may bring any catering to Metro Parks reservable venues. No cash may be exchanged on park property, so pay food trucks in advance off-site.

Question 7

Are food trucks allowed?

Accepted Answer

Food trucks need approval from Metro Parks at reservations@metroparks.net, with their own power source and no generators. They must be paid in advance off-site.

Question 8

Can we serve alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Metro Parks says only the venues on its alcohol-permit list are eligible, and Bank Run is not on that list. Ask Metro Parks before planning any alcohol.

Question 9

What is in River Rock Lodge?

Accepted Answer

It holds up to 99 people and has heating and air conditioning, a kitchenette, a large TV with HDMI connection, WiFi and restrooms. It connects to The Grand Shelter outside.

Question 10

How big is The Grand Shelter?

Accepted Answer

It hosts up to 299 people and has picnic tables, grills and restrooms. It is rented together with River Rock Lodge from April to October.

Question 11

What is Flagstone Shelter like?

Accepted Answer

An open air shelter with charcoal grills, picnic tables, outlets, lighting, a drinking fountain and restrooms. The maximum capacity is 120 and it is ADA accessible.

Question 12

Is the whole park open?

Accepted Answer

The event center is open by reservation. Metro Parks said in April 2026 it expected the park side to open later in 2026.

Question 13

Is there a stage?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a stage can be added to your event. It has 4 outlets, a parking area and electrical connections for food trucks.

Question 14

Can we have a DJ?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Music or sound devices cannot be heard more than 50 feet from your reserved venue.

Question 15

What are the parking rules?

Accepted Answer

Park in designated spaces only. No parking on the grass and no vehicles left in the park after hours.

Bank Run Metro Park

Bank Run Metro Park

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