Location

Blackstone Park

2112 14Th Ave W
Palmetto, FL 34221

Blackstone Park is a sprawling 32-acre playground of fun, tucked right behind Palmetto High School! Sports enthusiasts can hit up the athletic fields, while your furry friends will love the separate parks for both small and large dogs. Have a daring streak? The skate park has you covered. Bring the family for a picnic under the pavilion or let the kids run wild on the playground, there’s something here for everyone!

Reserve the Blackstone Park Pavilion

Hours

Sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted or allowed by special permits.

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Amenities

Athletic Field
Batting Cages
Benches
Bike Racks
Bleachers
Concessions
Dog Park
Little League Fields
Park
Parking
Pavillion Rental
Picnic Tables
Playground
Racquetball
Recycle Containers
Restrooms
Skate Park
Soccer Field
Softball Field
Trash Receptacles
Water Fountains

Reserve A Blackstone Park Pavilion

Location Details

Please refer to the description of each location for specific location in the park.

Hours

Sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted or allowed by special permits.

Blackstone North

Location: The pavilion is located North of the soccer fields and near the softball outfield.

Amenities: Pavilion includes 7 tables which seat 56 and 2 small grills. Restroom facilities, playground, and two racquetball courts are within walking distance and open to the public. ADA accessible.

You may drive up to the pavilion if you have reserved it. Water spigots are not for public use. Any additional set up of tables, tents, etc. is prohibited without a special event permit.

Blackstone North Pavillion

Fee: $60.00 + tax….electricity included

Reserve Blackstone North Pavilion

Blackstone Playground Pavilion

Location: The pavilion is located near the softball fields and close to the amenities.

Amenities: Pavilion includes 4 tables which seat 32 and 1 small grill. Restroom facilities, playground, and two racquetball courts are within walking distance and open to the public. ADA accessible.

Park gates will not be unlocked for closer access to the pavilion. Water spigots are not for public use. Any additional set up of tables, tents, etc. is prohibited without a special event permit.

Blackstone Pavillion

Fee: $50.00 + tax….electricity included

Reserve Blackstone Playground Pavilion

Blackstone South Pavilion

Location: The pavilion is located near the softball fields, next to baseball pitching mound and close to the amenities.

Amenities: Pavilion includes 5 tables which seat 40, one small 20” grill and one double grill. Restroom facilities, playground, and two racquetball courts are within walking distance and open to the public. ADA accessible.

You can drive up to the pavilion if you have reserved it. Water spigots are not for public use. Any additional set up of tables, tents, etc. is prohibited without a special event permit.

Blackstone Pavillion

Fee: $50.00 + tax….electricity included

Reserve Blackstone South Pavilion

Blackstone Skate Park

Hours

Sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted or allowed by special permits.

USE THIS PARK AT YOUR OWN RISK Skateboarding, In-line Skating, and BMX Biking are Inherently Dangerous Activities (FL Statutes 316.0085) - This Area is Under Video Surveillance - SKATE PARK RULES Use of Safety Gear – Strapped helmets, knee-pads and elbow-pads are highly encouraged Alcohol, tobacco products, drugs and glass containers are prohibited Be considerate of others: No profanity or fighting will be tolerated The park is closed when equipment is wet Please keep park clean and use trash cans provided To report any unsafe conditions or damages, call (941) 742-5923 For emergencies, call 911 Please comply with all County Regulations. Florida State Statute 162 Manatee County Parks Code 2-24

Sand Volleyball Courts

Location Details

near playground

Hours

sunrise to sunset

2 Sand Volleyball Courts, open play.

During high school volleyball season, the high school team has priority use M-F 2:30pm - 6:0pm

Blackstone Dog Park

Location Details

The dog park is located on the corner of 14th Avenue West and 23rd Street West, with the entrance to parking of 14th Avenue West.

Hours

Sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted or allowed by special permits.

Welcome to Blackstone Dog Park, the ultimate playground for your furry best friend! Whether your pup is a gentle giant or a tiny tornado, we’ve got the perfect spot for them to zoom, sniff, and socialize. Relax in our covered seating areas while your pup plays, rain or shine.

Bring your pup and let the tail-wagging fun begin! 🐶

large dog park at Blackstone Park

Closed for Maintenance

Thursday: 7 - 10 a.m.
Last Friday of every month: 2 p.m. - 7 a.m. Saturday (flea and tick control)

Amenities

Free Waste Bags
Covered Shelters
Enclosed area exclusively for small, fragile or elderly dogs

DOG PARK RULES

This park is for the enjoyment of our canine visitor.
Aggressive dogs will not be allowed to remain in the park.
Dogs must wear a current license tag and have a current rabies vaccination.
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the park.
All dogs within the fence must be off leash.
Choke collars are prohibited.
Dog owners must be present, with leash, and in view of their dog at all times.
Dogs must be under voice control at all times.
Dog feces must be picked up and disposed of by the owner.
Owners must immediately fill in any holes dug by their dogs.
Feeding the squirrels is prohibited inside the dog park.
People food is prohibited inside the dog park.
Alcoholic consumption is prohibited in County parks.
The small dog area is recommended for small, fragile, or elderly canine visitors.
Children may accompany the family pet if they are under the direct supervision of an adult.
In all cases, owners are responsible for the actions of their dogs.
Canine and human visitors enter at their own risk. Manatee County cannot be responsible for injuries to visiting dogs, their owners, or others using the park.
All special events should be requested through the Parks and Natural Resources Department.
NO park personnel on duty in the dog park.