Nelson Family Pavilion
Nelson Family Pavilion: A beautiful place to gather in Voyageur Park
Welcome to the Nelson Family Pavilion, a state-of-the-art facility located in the heart of Voyageur Park in the City of De Pere. This beautiful venue offers a stunning outdoor patio overlooking the Fox River, along with a versatile interior space perfect for hosting a wide variety of events. From intimate gatherings to large community celebrations, the pavilion provides a picturesque setting for concerts, festivals, and more. The site is also used to host signature events offered by De Pere Parks, Recreation, and Forestry, including De Pere Beer Gardens, as well as many other popular gatherings hosted by community partners.
Simply put, this facility serves as a cornerstone for cultural and recreational activities in De Pere, while adding to the charm of Voyageur Park, one of our City’s most popular destinations. Situated along the scenic Fox River, the park is known for its vast offerings, including access to the Fox River Trail, an inclusive playground, the De Pere Riverwalk and Wildlife Pier, and much more.
Rent the Nelson Family Pavilion
Looking for a venue for your next event? The Nelson Family Pavilion is available for rent year-round, offering flexible options to suit any occasion. (While the facility is equipped with in-floor heating which allows for year-round use, it may not be perfectly equipped for mid-winter use.) The facility includes the Susan Ann Cloud multi-purpose room that can accommodate up to 50 guests, with garage doors that open to the adjoining KC and Georgia Stock patio, which can host up to 500 additional people.
With so much versatility, Nelson Family Pavilion perfectly sets the stage for quaint family gatherings and milestone celebrations, a scenic setting for corporate and civic events, and a picturesque venue for hosting concerts, festivals, and performances—all right in the heart of our vibrant City.
CURRENTLY THERE IS NO WI-FI AT THE FACILITY!
Please first review this document (click here) for important insight on rules, pricing, options, and other information. If you have additional questions, call the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department at 920-339-4065 to speak with our staff.
Background & History
The Nelson Family Pavilion was made possible through the generous support of the David L. and Rita E. Nelson Family Fund, as well as numerous contributions from local community groups and partners. David and Rita Nelson, who spent much of their lives in Wisconsin, were passionate about supporting their community, and their legacy lives on through this beautiful new venue. Their donation, along with the backing of other dedicated community donors, underscores the strong spirit of collaboration that defines the City of De Pere.
The Nelson Family Pavilion was officially opened in July 2024.
