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About Willow Glen Park

Willow Glen Park sits on 27 acres in Reading, Pennsylvania, offering a flexible outdoor space perfect for large gatherings, festivals, and community events. The park features a 7,000 square foot event tent that can be configured for concerts, fairs, picnics, and cultural celebrations, with a capacity that can accommodate up to about 3,000 attendees depending on the setup. Nestled at 94 Park Ave, Reading, Willow Glen Park has a storied past as Socialist Park before its rename, and it remains a vibrant hub for local events such as Shocktoberfest, the Apple Dumpling Festival, Berks Celtic Fest, Truck N Brew, and the Polish Picnic on select Willow Glen Park locations. Read on to learn about seating, parking, transportation, and nearby accommodations and dining options to help you plan your visit with ease.

Venue details: Willow Glen Park is an outdoor park and picnic grove that hosts large-scale events in a flexible environment. With ample on-site parking and easy access via Route 422, attendees can typically arrive by car. For events that require a seated experience or festival-style layout, the 7,000 sq ft tent provides a sheltered space while maintaining open-air ambiance. If you’re staying nearby, multiple Reading-area hotels offer convenient stays, and several local restaurants provide great pre- or post-event options. We’ve highlighted affiliate partner hotels and dining to help you secure comfortable accommodations and great meals while attending an event at Willow Glen Park.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 94 Park Ave, Reading, PA 19608.
  • Venue type: outdoor park/picnic grove used for large events (27 acres; features a 7,000 sq ft tent for events).
  • Capacity: up to 3,000 picnickers/attendees (depending on setup).
  • Notable events hosted: Shocktoberfest, Apple Dumpling Festival, Berks Celtic Fest, Truck N Brew; Polish Picnic is also held at Willow Glen Park locations (Temple, PA) as a separate site.
  • Parking: ample on-site parking available.
  • Transit: primarily car-accessible via Route 422; public transit details are not widely documented.
  • Nearby hotels: Residence Inn Reading Wyomissing, Courtyard Reading Wyomissing, DoubleTree by Hilton Reading, Inn at Reading, and other Reading/Wyomissing area properties.
  • History: originally known as Socialist Park; later renamed Willow Glen Park; not reported demolished.