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    Holbrook - Palmer Park

    3.9 (56 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    small playground
    Hen A.

    scenic park with open grass fields, gardens, playground, walking pathways, baseball field, tennis courts, gardens and more...playground is smaller, but having a separate play area for toddlers and another for older children...great for picnics and to relax...grass is well maintained...the winding walkways are perfect for short strolls around the park....random old school exercise stations around the park...parking can be limited during game days...

    Soaking up the sun
    Alyssa G.

    It's beautiful, full of grass, dog friendly, and a good place to walk around. But be on the lookout for wild kids with nannies on their phones not paying attention.

    Jennifer L.

    This is a great park for kids and dogs. Pack a picnic, your sand toys, and spend some time here. Features: * Large grass area * Free parking lot * Restrooms (were locked when we were there - doh!) * Several enclosed play structures * Sandbox * Swings * Picnic tables You can hear and watch CalTrain clang by as you enjoy your time in the park, which is very exciting for the kids. I see from other reviews that they have tennis courts and a baseball diamond, but I didn't notice those as I dealt with potty emergencies caused by the locked restrooms and my lack of preparation. TMI? Too bad! There are weddings here also. The bride and groom can stand in the gazebo as they get hitched. The gardens are pretty. We saw big roses near the parking lot.

    Janel Y.

    I've been here for a wedding so naturally when it's my turn, I decided to check it out since one, it's an outdoor venue (what I'm looking for) and two, it's close to my house. I also LOVE the white gazebo! You need to make an appointment and so I did. I met with Jean who is the Program Directior. She gave me a tour of the place and then we sat in her office and discussed details so here they are: -on Saturdays they book two events and thus, have two time slots: 10AM to 5PM or 5PM to midnight. Weekday or Sunday events must end by 10PM. -there is a $500 difference in the number of guests you have: 1-100 guests cost $4000 and 101-200 guests cost $4500 (for the two sites). If you only want one site (what I wanted so it's either the patio with arch where ceremonies take place or the house/area where receptions usually take place) then it's $2000 for 1-100 guests or $2250 for 101-200 guests. -the rental time is 7 hours and each additional hour is $100. -about 200 capacity -for the ceremony they have the white plastic Samsonite folding chairs or another type -you can put a "soft hold" on your date for however long until someone else is interested in you same date. Then Jean will call you and you'll have to decide and put down the deposit It's a nice, simple area and the fees are very reasonable. For the ceremony only, you're allowed to bring in light snacks/food and drinks.

    21st century Holbrook Palmer Wedding
    Simona B.

    We decided to have our June '09 wedding here after looking at park/garden several locations on the Peninsula. Its very private yet easily accessible with plenty of no hassle parking. Really convenient location for guests because ceremony/reception can be all in one spot. We had 150 people, but I think you could comfortably get 250 in this location as long as you don't mind half the people seated outdoors. There was a corporate picnic scheduled for the time slot ahead of ours, but it was no problem. They were out and the place was clean on time. We got lots of compliments on the venue. Lots of "how did you find this place?" I saw it in Town and Country Wedding Magazine. Expansive fields that surround a main house, ceremony arbor and red brick cocktail area just a hundred feet from a big indoor reception hall. I like that it has a feel of a garden wedding with all the flowers, greenery and giant trees around, but nobody has to step on dirt or grass if you don't want to. The chairs and tables included with the rental are really pretty Chivari chairs, not white plastic folding or the banquet chairs you need to put those dresses and bows on. It was an unseasonably cool day and the park had gas patio heaters on hand. I liked that you can bring in whatever caterer/baker/rental equipment/bar/band you want and you aren't stuck with any cheesy packages. Many of the other venues around Palo Alto required you use approved vendors, but it wouldn't be a wedding to me without a lechon, pancit and lumpia. At Holbrook Palmer you can have it all. Jean, the coordinator is really nice and helpful and prompt about answering messages. But minus a half star because the Town of Atherton is stuck in the eighties and don't communicate by email. Minus one whole star because the lovely lights on the oak trees on the patio flickered on and off then stayed off so one third of our tables and our entire coffee/tea station/bartenders stations were in the dark. They get half a star back for refunding some $$$ for the electrical problem.

    Jaclyn P.

    This was a pretty good park we hit up yesterday. The playground is good for toddlers and lower elementary but not so good for upper el and on. We only saw part of the park but there is a big open field next to the playground. I will definitely go back to the playground and go back to check out the rest of the park. Cal Train goes by and that's usually a hit with most kids.

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    Jean is the park coordinator, who will almost never answer her phone (but returns calls in a day or two) and doesn't do e-mail.

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    4.8
    (60 reviews)

    We worked with Nicole for many events together (5-10?). In our last event for our kids birthday,…read moreshe setup a nice stand for my sons birthday next to a playground we have reserved. Only problem was, the playground was closed for renovations. Nicole and her team didn't let us know that the playground was closed although they arrived on-site 2 hours earlier. When I arrived, I had to scramble with the team to move the setup to the park next-door. Everything was OK at the end and even some of our guests offered help. One of the main reason we book with Nicole is that when things go wrong, I'd like her to step up and resolve them. But instead, she CHARGED US $300 for moving to the next playground. Wow, we were expecting apology, not a $300 bill. Even if you are a repeating and happy client of Nicole (like us), I advise you to start looking for more professional services with other organizers. We appreciate the many events she helped us until she dropped the ball completely and insulted us by charging us extra afterwards. -- Nicole responded by saying that they couldn't have foresaw that the playground was closed. This is false as her team showed me that they sent Nicole messages and videos of playground being closed before they setup anything. They could have communicated this with us earlier and moved to This is beyond surprising on how Nicole handles unexpected cases. Instead of trying to prove she is right, it would have been easier to say "shit happens" and make it right... Very surprising and weak response.

    I reached out to Nicole to help with an absolutely last minute special dinner event and boy did she…read moredeliver! I'm still kind of shocked by her ability to make things happen so quickly with amazing taste and the warmest and friendliest approach. Nicole will be our go-to person for parties and dinners from here on out. A+ all around.

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    4.9
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    My partner and I were looking for guidance and help in planning our wedding celebration. We were…read morerecommended Two Perfect Events by our venue, Mister Jiu's, given their prior collaboration and experience with them. We were kindly welcomed by Leah and introduced to our planner, Yoko, who was amazing, carefully guiding and making our vision a reality, accommodating our preferences and budget, and helping us with the design and layout of the big day with all of our vendors. She provided multiple vendor options, communicated closely with them and us throughout the bidding and hiring process, and ensured we were all on the same page from planning through the walkthrough and up to the day of the event. One of the greatest things about this process was the clear, concise communication and organization that made planning, payments, and decision-making understandable, step by step, rather than a labyrinth of crossed wires and deadlines.  The day of our wedding was as effortless as could be. It was great to have the team from Two Perfect Events, along with Yoko and Leo, there to assist with setting up and taking down decorations and rentals, help guide guests, event staff, and our vendors, and ensure everything, including our deliveries and rentals, went according to plan. We also appreciated that our planners kept an eye on both of us the entire night to ensure we were doing well and enjoying the festivities, getting our food, making sure we were at the right place at the right time, and saving any items for our personal requests. We did not expect that Two Perfect Events would take behind-the-scenes photos and videos of the entire day and the in-person walkthroughs, which gave us a chance to reminisce on the process and quickly provide a glimpse of our families and friends outside the eyes of our wonderful wedding photographers.  We appreciated that our vendors were all in sync, and the coordinators ensured our entire process minimized the stress of planning, which was what we had hoped for all along. They provided us with good advice on choosing vendors, insurance for our wedding, and what to expect when working with multiple parties. It was evident that Two Perfect Events had considered multiple contingencies and scenarios in which snafus or unexpected issues may arise throughout the process, and we were glad that Yoko was always prepared for them, including giving us enough buffer time due to traffic delays so our guests could arrive on the big day.  Everyone complimented us on the evening, and it went by so smoothly. They commented that this was the least stressful and most fun wedding they've been to in a long time, which conveyed the vibe we were going for. We wanted it to be a fun yet intimate evening where everyone enjoyed getting together to celebrate, and we were delighted to celebrate that day with them. Thanks again to our wonderful planner, Yoko, and Two Perfect Events! We couldn't have done this without you.

    Leah and her team at Two Perfect Events are absolutely fantastic at what they do! As a wedding…read morephotographer, it's such a joy to work alongside a vendor who genuinely cares about their clients AND makes the entire wedding team feel valued. Their communication is seamless--everyone stays in the loop, which makes for a truly collaborative experience. I can't recommend this versatile planning team enough. When everyone's working together like a well-oiled machine, the wedding day flows beautifully and becomes something truly special!

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    4.9
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    We had the pleasure of working with Twisted Balloon for Ellie's Bat Mitzvah, and they were…read moreabsolutely amazing from start to finish! The entire process was smooth, professional, creative, and stress-free. Their team brought such positive energy and a true "we'll make it happen" attitude that made working with them such a pleasure. The balloon décor turned out beautiful and added so much fun, color, and personality to the event. Everything was executed perfectly, on time, and with great attention to detail. Beyond the décor itself, the team was kind, easy to communicate with, flexible, and genuinely cared about making the event special. We received so many compliments from our guests throughout the night. Highly recommend them for any event -- we would absolutely work with them again!

    We invited Princess Artemis to our daughter's 4th birthday party, and she was absolutely wonderful!…read more From the moment she arrived, we knew we had made the right choice. She showed up early, came fully prepared, and brought great energy that immediately captivated the kids. Throughout the party, she led a variety of activities, games, and interactive fun that kept a group of excited 4- to 7-year-olds engaged and entertained the entire time. What impressed me most was how committed she was to creating a truly magical experience. She stayed in character beautifully and made every child feel special. The highlight for me was at the end of the party when she said she had to return home to feed her unicorn. The kids completely believed her and were absolutely enchanted! It was such a sweet and memorable way to end the celebration. As parents hosting a birthday party, we all hope to create happy memories for our children. Princess Artemis helped make Molly's birthday feel extra magical, and several parents commented afterward about how much their kids enjoyed her activities. Thank you, Princess Artemis, for helping make the birthday such a special day. We highly recommend her to any family looking to add a little magic, laughter, and wonder to their celebration!

    Holbrook - Palmer Park - parks - Updated June 2026

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