The City of Burlington has many different types of facilities and parks available to rent to the public for sporting activities, meetings, parties, group photography and special occasions. Check out some of our facilities and parks that are available to rent and learn how to book rentals.
Important dates
- Arenas (Ice, Rooms, Auditoriums): Open to March 31, 2026
- Gyms, Community Rooms, and Pools: Open to June 30, 2026
- Burlington Senior Centre, Music Centre, LaSalle Pavilion and Student Theatre: Open to June 30, 2026
- Artificial Turfs: Open to Nov. 28, 2025
As of Oct. 14, 2025, City Council approved the changing the name of Haber Recreation Centre to Alton Community Centre as the sponsorship has ended and the new name is reflective of the community. Only the name is changing. All permits, bookings, programs and services remain the same.
Free and Pay What You Can Room Bookings returning Sept. 8, 2025.
The Free and Pay What You Can Room Bookings program returns on Sept. 8, 2025, to help make better use of underutilized spaces in our recreation facilities by offering low or no-cost access during designated times.
Spaces are for personal and community use only. Commercial or for-profit activities are not permitted. Not available on school break periods or PA days. Regular rentals outside of this initiative remain available.
When and where
- Facilities: Tansley Woods, Brant Hills, and Alton Community Centres
- Hours: Non-prime hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hours may vary.
- Eligible Spaces: Community Rooms only
Booking options
| Free, On-the-Spot Bookings |
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Walk in during eligible hours, check with customer service staff, and use the space for free, no reservation required. Hours as follows:
Alton Community Centre
Brant Hills Community Centre
Tansley Woods Community Centre
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| Pay What You Can |
| Book up to seven days in advance. Bookings are available weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. To book, complete the rental request form or emailfor more information. Pay any amount, plus a minimum $4 insurance fee. To complete your booking, select your facility room setup. |
Frequently asked questions
| Why is the City offering short-term rentals? |
| Sometimes the community rooms at Tansley Woods, Brant Hills and Alton Community Centres are not in use during weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. We want to offer residents the chance to use these rooms with flexible fees or for free on short notice. You get to use a room, and we get to see the space used in our staffed facility. Our goal is to provide accessible space for everyone in the community! |
| How long is the City offering this program? |
| The community rooms are open to book starting Sept. 8, 2025, to June 30, 2026. |
| Are the community rooms available every day? |
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The community rooms are available on weekdays only. You can book them Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. hours may vary per location., if they have not been previously booked. Hours may vary per location. For Free On-The-Spot bookings, you can book up to a 90-minute timeslot. Your timeslot can be extended if there are no other requests to book the space. |
| What can I use the room for? |
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Community rooms are available for personal and community use, such as meetings, card games, and light activities. |
| Are there any restrictions? |
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Yes.
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How can I book the rooms? |
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Two options are available to book the rooms: Free, On-the-Spot Bookings
Pay What You Can
Regular rentals outside of this initiative remain available. |
| Is there free parking available? |
| Yes, parking at Tansley Woods, Alton and Brant Hills Community Centres is free. |
| What other amenities are available? |
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Alton Community Centre amenities:
Brant Hills Community Centre amenities:
Tansley Wood Community Centre amenities:
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| Do you provide room setup? |
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Free On-The-Spot booking will have a standard minimal setup only with tables and chairs for 12 people. |
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What is the cancellation policy? |
| Pay What You Can bookings are non-refundable. |
| I want to provide feedback. Who can I reach out to? |
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Residents can contact Recreation, Community and Culture staff by email or 905-335-7738 with your feedback. |
Rates and fees
Facility and Park rentals |
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The following are a range of fees. Prices are varied depending on space and locations.
Rates and fees starting Sept. 2, 2025.
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How to rent a facility or park |
| Information on how to apply for one-time booking rental of a facility or park online. |
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If you are making a booking directly through Online Facility Viewer |
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Explore and browse Online Facility Viewer for available space. |
If the space is not available on the Online Facility Viewer |
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Complete a rental request form. This is not a final agreement. The rentals team will reply with a cost estimate, availability, insurance and set up arrangements. Client provides financial information and arranges for payment. All fees are due at time of booking. Permits will not be issued and access to facility will not be granted until payment is received. The rentals team sends the finalized contract. The rentals team works with the customer on additional rental requirements. |
How to book a Group Photography permit |
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You will need a permit to take a commercial or wedding photos within the city’s parks listed below. Group Photography in Parks permits are for family or group photography sessions conducted by amateur or professional photographers when the photographs are for personal use. For commercial photography or filming requests, visit the Filming in Burlington page for more information. Reservations do not guarantee exclusive use of the park. Please work around others using the park. |
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Review all information |
| Read the information on fees and insurances, and the preferred locations before making the bookings. |
Review the group photography locations |
Complete booking through your Live and Play account |
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Insurance requirements
You need to have current liability insurance to rent space in any City facility in Burlington. The City of Burlington must be listed on the insurance certificate as additional insured under the name of The Corporation of the City of Burlington.
If you or your group supply your own insurance, you should check with your insurance provider to see if there are any exclusions.
If you cannot supply your own insurance, we can provide coverage options for many activities and types of rentals for an additional fee.
Facility and park closures and cancellations
We make every effort to keep our facilities open for scheduled activities and rentals. When unsafe weather conditions occur, the city may close facilities. We will post facility closure updates online. You can also call 905-335-7738 to receive facility closure updates.
Rental cancellation requests due to weather
When Environment Canada issues a weather alert, advisory or watch, facility renters can proactively cancel or reschedule their booking without penalty. If you wish to proactively cancel your rental due to weather, email at least two hours prior to rental start time. You will be contacted by email the next business day to confirm adjustments to your facility rental contract.
Group Photography cancellation due to rainout
In the event of a rainout, please email Customer Service within two business days of your session to reschedule or request a refund.