WIMBERLEY EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
Under the Oaks: Martha Knies Pavilion — Wimberley’s covered venue for intimate, well-equipped celebrations
A covered 34' x 33' pavilion in Wimberley for private events (birthdays, weddings, graduations) accommodating up to 100 guests with power, attached restrooms and ADA access; this guide explains amenities, rules, and booking essentials.
Under the Oaks: Martha Knies Pavilion — Wimberley’s covered venue for intimate, well-equipped celebrations.
Set inside Wimberley’s parkland, the Martha Knies Pavilion is a covered 34' x 33' structure managed by the City of Wimberley Parks and Recreation Department and designed for private gatherings—weddings, graduations, birthdays and similar events—offering power, attached restrooms and ADA access for a comfortable, sheltered celebration.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A compact, covered pavilion ready for private events
The pavilion’s covered 34' x 33' footprint provides a sheltered space for gatherings with on-site power and attached restrooms, making it a straightforward turnkey option for planned events up to a 100-person capacity.
Accessible and practical amenities
Facilities include ADA accessibility and nearby street parking (approximately 80 feet away, variable with park activity), enabling ease of access for guests and vendors.
Clear restrictions to protect the park and your event
To preserve the site, rentals prohibit glass containers, alcohol, smoking/vaping, fireworks, sparklers, piñatas and confetti; decorations may not be affixed to trees or vegetation and parking on grass is not allowed.
What the day feels like
What hosting an event here feels like
Booking the Martha Knies Pavilion turns a park setting into a contained, accessible event space: a covered, measured footprint with power and restrooms to support cake tables, sound or lighting needs, and a clearly defined guest capacity—details that let planners focus on the celebration rather than basic logistics.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this venue works best for—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Facilities are booked hourly with a minimum reservation of two hours; availability aligns with park hours (8 a.m. to sunset, daily except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day).
Bring any event equipment you need; the pavilion provides power and attached restrooms. Avoid glass containers, alcohol, smoking/vaping, fireworks/sparklers, piñatas and confetti, and do not attach decorations to trees or vegetation.
Street parking is generally available about 80 feet from the pavilion but may be further depending on park activity; do not park on the grass. The site is ADA accessible.
Maximum capacity is 100 people; park staff will post signage during private rentals to indicate the area is closed to the public.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How do I reserve the pavilion for a wedding?
For wedding reservations you must contact [email protected] before booking to coordinate specifics.
What are the pavilion’s hours of availability?
Facilities are available when the park is open: 8 a.m. to sunset every day except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Is there a minimum booking length?
Yes—rentals are booked hourly with a minimum of two hours.
How many guests can the pavilion hold?
The pavilion’s maximum capacity is 100 people.
Are there restrictions on food, drink or decorations?
Yes—no glass containers or alcohol; no smoking or vaping; no fireworks/sparklers, piñatas, or confetti; and do not affix decorations to trees or other vegetation.
Is parking available on-site?
Parking is on the street roughly 80 feet from the pavilion; actual distance may vary with park activity and parking on the grass is prohibited.
Will the public be kept out of my reserved area?
During private facility rentals, park staff will set up signage that notifies the public the area is closed for a private event.