Ritter Park

For many years Ritter Park has been considered the Crown Jewel of the Park District. Its 75 acres and numerous amenities contributed to it being designated one of the top 10 “Best Public Spaces in America” by the American Planning Association in 2012. Ritter Park is known for its walking path featuring a crushed limestone loop that encourages health as many walkers, joggers, dog walkers and bicyclists share the multi-purpose pathway.

Another Ritter Park favorite is the award winning Rose Garden and the accompanying Room With A View, a popular local event venue. With over 3,300 roses, many of which are historic AAS winners, the Ritter Park Rose Garden is a top choice for June weddings and events.

Ritter Park also features Huntington’s PetSafe Dog Park, a local favorite for dog owners since its development in 2011. The PetSafe Dog Park was built as a result of Huntington becoming the first winner of $100,000 prize of the PetSafe “Bark For Your Park” contest.

If you’re a tennis player, the Ritter Park Tennis Facility offers 9 tennis courts and 4 dedicated pickleball courts. The park also features two large picnic shelters, a playground, two Little Free Library Boxes and seasonal restroom facilities at the shelter. Many of the area’s walks and runs originate at Ritter Park with several of the park’s amenities available for rent. A wedding at the “Stone Circle” or a family reunion by the fountain are also not uncommon sights during the season. Nestled in the pines near the top of the park is the Ritter Park Amphitheater, home of the Huntington Area Regional Theater (HART), and other events! Outdoor Community Theater is at its best in June and July each year and a number of seasonal shows and activities including the FunktaFest and the Huntington Music & Art Festival. Plenty of green space, walking, hiking trails, and many historic points of interest make Ritter Park a favorite destination for both Huntingtonians and visitors to our area alike.

• Open play space
• Walking/Running Paths
• Hiking Trails
• Parking
• Children’s playground
• Restrooms
• Water Fountain

Shelter #1 is located 1340 8th Street. It can accommodate up to 64 people. The shelter is available from 8:00 am until dark.

• Eight picnic tables
• Restrooms (open seasonally)
• Three charcoal grills
• One electrical outlet

NOTE: Shelter is handicap accessible.

$150 per day

Shelter #2 is located at 1340 8th Street. It can accommodate 100+ people. The shelter is available from 8:00 am until dark.

• Fourteen picnic tables
• Nearby Restrooms (open seasonally)
• Two large group grills
• Two hot coal receptacles
• Eight electrical outlets
• Outside seating area
• Trash receptacles
• Loading and unloading area

NOTE: Shelter is handicap accessible.

$200 per day

The Ritter Park Pathway is located at 10th Street and 13th Avenue. It is a perfect location for walks and runs. This area is available from 8:00 am until dark and can be reserved. If not reserved, the area is open to the public.

$250 per day

The Ritter Park Pathway is located at 10th Street and 13th Avenue. This iconic, scenic area is available from 8:00 am until dark and can be reserved. If not reserved, the area is open to the public.

• One electrical outlet
• Picnic tables
• Performance Pad

$200 per day

Ritter Park also features several additional green spaces that are available for rent.

Stone Circle
$75 per day

Ritter Park West
Old Olympic Pool Field
$125 per day