Community Center
Are you planning your next gathering? Consider the Kensington Community Center as your venue of choice. The facility offers rental options for the entire center or for specific rooms and areas, including the spacious grassy lawn and the amphitheater. The center comprises a main hall, three side rooms, men's and women's restrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a BBQ area, a spacious amphitheater, and an expansive front lawn. The entire community center measures approximately 4,436 square feet and has a standing capacity of 246 individuals.
Rentals may be scheduled beginning on Fridays after 5:30 PM and are also available all day Saturdays and Sundays. It is important to note that the main hall and or entier center requires a minimum rental duration of four hours. Furthermore, the time allocated for setup and cleanup must be included in the total rental time requested.
To check availability for your desired date, please create an account with our reservation system by clicking on the link below:
Please note that if a date is not available, the word "RESERVED" will not appear on the selected date. Once you add your selection to the cart and proceed to checkout, you will need to accept a waiver. After this, our administrative staff will review and approve your request.
When you enter your contact information, our district staff will get in touch with you with further details regarding your rental.
Rental Office
District Office at Public Safety Building
10940 San Pablo Ave.,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 526-4141 x 4 or 5
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday, 9 AM to 2 PM
Rental Facility
Kensington Community Center
59 Arlington Avenue,
Kensington, CA. 94707
Below are the requirements for all rental spaces associated with the center, including the side rooms, grassy lawn, and amphitheater. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the rental office for assistance.
1. Liability Insurance:
The user must secure and provide a $1,000,000.00 general liability and comprehensive personal liability insurance during the reservation. The certificate should indicate that the policy covers the District as an additional insured entity, specifically KPPCSD, located at 10940 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530. The certificate must also specify the event date and location as Kensington Community Center, 59 Arlington Ave, Kensington, CA 94707. This certificate must be delivered to the District via email or regular mail at least 15-30 days before the event. Insurance can be obtained through the user’s homeowner or renter insurance, or through providers such as Private Event Insurance or Event Helper (see the policy for using the Kensington Community Center).
2. Cleaning Deposit:
A cleaning deposit must be submitted at least 15 days before the event date and made out to KPPCSD. The deposit amounts are as follows: Check Only
- Refundable Cleaning Deposit (without alcohol): $250.00
- Refundable Cleaning Deposit (with alcohol): $500.00
FACILITY CAPACITY & INDIVIDUAL PRICING
Entire Community Center (4-Hour Minimum) – 264-standing capacity
- Includes Room 1, 2, 3 and front grassy lawn
- Resident $255 per hour
- Non-Resident $325 per hour
Main Hall Only (4-Hour Minimum) – 264-standing capacity
- Resident $130 per hour
- Non-Resident $200 per hour
Meeting Room 1 - (2-Hour Minimum) – 23-standing capacity
- Resident $35 per hour
- Non-Resident $55 per hour
Meeting Room 2 - (2-Hour Minimum) - 20-standing capacity
- Resident $20 per hour
- Non-Resident $25 per hour
Meeting Room 3 - (2-Hour Minimum) – 20-standing capacity
- Resident $45 per hour
- Non-Resident $55 per hour
Grassy Lawn Area (in front of the Community Center)
- All groups pay $75 per hour
Kitchen
- All groups $80 flat rate
Amphitheater
- All groups pay $45 per hour
Barbeque (next to Community Center)
- All groups $45 per hour (4-hour maximum)
Rectangular Tables (8’ ft long x 30” wide) Seats 6-8; 12 available
- $4 each
Round Table (5" ft wide) Seats 8; 32 available
- $6 each
Metal Folding Chairs: 150 available
- $1 each
