Oakdale Park

Oakdale Park is a public park in Salina serving as the city’s central gathering point since 1881. The park encompasses substantial grounds with a 2.5-acre botanical garden, the Eric Stein Stage, gazebo, multiple shelters and grills, pickleball courts, a playground, and a Sound Garden (Musical Playground). The park’s comprehensive amenities and long history of hosting community events—including the annual Smoky Hill River Festival and car shows—demonstrate its capacity for managing gatherings.

For couples seeking outdoor ceremony or reception space in Salina, Oakdale Park provides extensive grounds, natural landscaping, and existing infrastructure. The availability of shelters, stages, grills, and restroom facilities supports event coordination. The park’s proven track record with large community events and its accessible location make it a distinctive choice for couples seeking outdoor celebration space with built-in amenities.

What Couples Say

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Services

• Event Space Rental
• Outdoor Ceremonies + Receptions
• Shelters + Pavilions
• Botanical Garden + Landscaped Grounds

Contact Oakdale Park

• Address: 730 Oakdale Dr, Salina, KS 67401, USA
• Phone: (785) 826-7275
• Email: david.hawksworth@salina.org
• Website: www.salina-ks.gov