Fire Pit Reservations

There are eight (8) propane burning fire pits located in two (2) four pit groupings in the northeast quadrant of the Oval. Fire pits will be lit Monday's from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. and Wednesday's from 12:00 p.m. - 2 p.m. starting Dec. 5th through Dec. 16th and returning on Jan. 16th through early spring for free public enjoyment. Outside of these times the fire pits are lit by reservation or for special events. Check out EMS for specific dates and times when the pits will be on.

The fire pits burn propane and are not wood burning and are allowed under Missoula Municipal Code 8.60. 

Group Reservations & Rates

Grab your friends and a blanket! Fire pits will be open and available for reservation during the winter season (conditions dependent). Fire pit reservations are first come first serve based on reservation. Each reservation come with:

  • Four (4) propane fire pits which will be lit and extinguished by a staff member.
  • Four (4) Adirondacks per pit for a total of sixteen (16) chairs per
  • Fee is for space only – all food, beverage, and additional supplies like ice skate rental is purchased separately.   

                                        Half-Day Reservations (three hours) - $50

                                          Full-Day Reservations (six hours) - $90

  • Groups may request to rent out both fire pit groups (8 fire pits) on the Oval at the same time for an additional cost.

Fire pits reservations are based on availability as well as staffing availability. Typical rental hours are from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. during non-academic year and from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. during the academic year. Check availability here.

For reservations or additional questions please contact Conference and Event Services at (406) 243-4119 at least 72 hours prior to your desired reservation time.