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 a pavilion at Blackstone Park.Hours
Sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted or allowed by special permits.- 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
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.
Fee: $60.00 + tax….electricity included
Reserve Blackstone North Pavilion
Blackstone Playground Pavilion
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.
Reserve Blackstone Playground Pavilion
Blackstone South Pavilion
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.
Fee: $50.00 + tax….electricity included
Blackstone Skate Park
Hours
Sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted or allowed by special permits.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! 🐶
- Thursday: 7 - 10 a.m.
Last Friday of every month: 2 p.m. - 7 a.m. Saturday (flea and tick control)
- 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.
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
- Manatee County Animal Services
(941) 747-5933 - Manatee County Sheriff’s Office
(941) 747-3011 - Manatee County Parks and Recreation Department
(941) 742-5923
Manatee County Animal Services Ordinance 06-18
Manatee County Parks and Recreation Ordinance 03-31