Rent the NKCDC Garden

Affordable Fishtown, Philadelphia event space 

Thanks for your interest in our Philadelphia event space! We are open to hosting public and private events that follow the City of Philadelphia’s current Covid protocols.

Check Garden availability on the calendar below, then fill out your information under Terms & Conditions to apply, and NKCDC staff will reach out to you. Feel free to contact property@nkcdc.org if you have questions. 

Please apply as far in advance as possible. We are not able to accommodate events without at least three weeks lead time.

Availability

Dates and times are available unless marked as reserved.




  • Terms & Conditions

    The undersigned hereby makes application to NKCDC for use of the Garden located at 1825 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, and certifies that the information in the application is correct. The undersigned agrees to exercise the utmost care in the use of the Garden, the surrounding property, and to hold NKCDC, its officers, employees and agents, harmless from all damages, liabilities, injuries, or losses to persons, or property resulting from the use of facilities. The applicant agrees to adhere to all rules and regulations on this form and in the rental guidelines. NKCDC's Garden space is available for rent for both public and private events at the following rate:
    • Private Events: $300 full day
    • Public Events: $200 full day
    • Local Community Group Discount: $150 full day
    Please complete the form and a representative of NKCDC will be in touch with you to confirm that your requested date is available. To secure your date, NKCDC asks for a completed rental form and a damage deposit of $200. In addition to the damage deposit and rental fee, NKCDC asks all applicants to provide proof of insurance as detailed in the form below. Additional fees for special equipment or additional NKCDC staff time may apply for larger events or events that include alcohol, youth, or live performances as noted in the form below. All glass containers are prohibited in the space.


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  • Cleaning Procedures

    The renting organization is responsible to clean and leave the premises in the same condition as when it arrived. Trash is to be emptied from the bathroom as well as the rest of the event space and the bathroom returned to its intial condition. All cleaning must be done immediately after the event. The cost of any cleaning or repairs required by NKCDC will be charged to the organization/applicant. Applicant should expect to bring trash bags & cleaning supplies with them (toilet paper, hand soap, and paper towels will be provided for bathroom use) as well as any misc event supplies such as tape, markers, signage for the event, fasteners, or other odds & ends. The renting organization is also responsible for set up and breakdown of the event, please factor this into your planning times.


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  • Insurance Requirements

    In any case, the organization/applicant must provide a Certificate of Insurance evidencing the required insurance before using the Garden Center.

    For organizations and businesses, Commercial General Liability Insurance written on an occurrence basis with limits no less than $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate for personal injury, bodily injury, and property damage suffices. Coverage shall include, but not be limited to blanket contractual; products/completed operations; broad form property damage; explosion, collapes, and underground (XCU) if applicable; and employer's liability.

    If the applicant does not have General Liability Insurance, they must obtain special event insurance coverage through their insurance carrier. This can be secured online (google special event or wedding insurance) and some providers quote as low as $66 for coverage. Progressive Insurance has quoted event insurance at $125 with host alcohol coverage (BYOB) or $260 with retail alcohol coverage.

    If liquor is consumed, the organization/applicant shall procure and maintain for the duration of the agreement Liquor Liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 each occurrence. NKCDC is to be named as an additional insured on the Liquor Liability insurance. Host liquor liability coverage may be substituted when alcohol is consumed and not sold on premises only with prior written approval of NKCDC. NKCDC requires the use of wristbands at events where alcohol will be present (NKCDC will provide wristbands but it is applicant's responsibility to check IDs) and a general alcohol management plan. Glass bottles, illegal drugs, and weapons are strictly forbidden.


  • In addition to the space and bathroom, NKCDC also provides some event supplies to make your event a success. NKCDC has 10 small green circular tables and 20 accompanying chairs. We also have approximately ten 6ft folding tables and 40 additional folding chairs available for use. These are included in your rental fee. Other equipment listed below is available for additional fee.

  • After-hours emergency procedure

    The Garden facility is owned and maintained by NKCDC. Should you require immediate assistance during your event, please call 215-427-0350 x136.


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