Cole Park Commons is located on the corner of William C. Lee Road and 101st Airborne Division Road and is easily accessible through Gate 1 or Gate 10 at Fort Campbell. The 33,000 square foot facility features the Cole Park Southern Buffet, Eagle Catering, Cole Park Golf Club, and the 19th Hole, along with five banquet and meeting rooms.

This community facility is open to Soldiers and their Families, Retirees, and Civilians. Cole Park Commons is “Anything But Common.” Whether you are enjoying a tasty lunch at Cole Park Southern Buffet, unwinding with a round of golf, or choosing from our five banquet rooms if you are planning a wedding or special event, the staff at Cole Park Commons will ensure that your experience will be both pleasant and memorable. We invite you to join in the excitement and offerings of Cole Park Commons.

All eligible Army, DoD, and Civilian personnel may arrange use of the Cole Park CAC. An event is defined as exclusive use of a private room, which entails special planning, e.g., luncheons, wedding receptions, conferences or official military functions. Cole Park CAC ultimately falls under the direction of Department of the Army. We ask for your understanding, in accordance with established Army Regulations and Directives that special privileges cannot be given to any group(s), to include command sponsored functions that cannot be offered to all patrons.

**Cole Park CAC management recommends that point of contacts schedule an appointment with the office to discuss and plan the detailed event. This allows us to provide each customer with the individualized services his or her special event deserves. Drop ins are welcome, however, please understand that if the manager has a scheduled appointment or is encumbered with an ongoing event, you may be asked to schedule an appointment or to come back in order to provide the best service to all customers concerned.

EVENT COORDINATION

To help assure the success of your event, please review the attached agreement carefully to be certain that all your requirements have been noted. One person must be designated Point of Contact (POC) to coordinate all requirements for the event. The POC will be our only point of contact during the event to ensure no conflicting requirements and your function runs smoothly. Any change(s) to an event must be in writing and initialed by the POC and Cole Park CAC staff.

STANDARD FUNCTION TIMES

Due to the possibility of scheduling conflicts, we regret we cannot permit functions to run over the specified time without prior approval from the CAC Manager.

ROOM RESEVATIONS

Cole Park CAC reserves the right to reassign the space based on best utilization of all function space. A room reservation is tentative and will not be guaranteed until the POC signs a Facility Usage Agreement Form (maximum 180 days from scheduled event date). There will be a $75.00 cancellation fee if your scheduled event is cancelled less than 48 hours prior to event date.

RESERVATION PRIORITY

• Installation-Wide Special Events (Fairs, Shows, Expo’s, etc.)
• MWR Programs or Events (expo’s, fairs, etc.)
• Unit Functions (Hail & Farewells, Meetings, Briefings, etc.)
• Garrison Functions (ceremonies, parties, etc.)
• Private Functions (i.e. weddings, parties, etc.)

PROMS & YOUTH EVENTS AGES 18 AND UNDER

Security Guards/Chaperones: A minimum of one (1) per twenty (20) is required. 

MEETINGS, CONFERENCES, CLASSES, etc…

Members of official groups may utilize rooms on a first come basis for functions such as conferences, ceremonies, meetings and classes. Rooms are not available if they conflict with reservation priorities listed above.

MILITARY BALLS

Military Balls is a Cole Park CAC specialty and the manager can assist your coordinator in every step of the planning process. A great deal of planning and coordination is required as there are protocol issues, ceremonial details, logistics, that must be addressed to ensure that the ball or military function is the success you deserve it to be. Political Activities In order to maintain fairness and to comply with DOD and DA directives, NO political activities or events of a political nature will be conducted within the premises. Political activities include fundraising activities, speeches by persons engaged in a political campaign or seeking elected office.

PRIVATE ORGANIZATIONS/FUND-RAISING

The Garrison Commander must approve all private organization fund raising events in advance. Event POC must have written authorization from Private Organizations Coordinator and approval from Garrison Commander prior to reservations. No commercial activities are authorized.

WEDDING RECEPTIONS

Weddings are one of the most important days of your life. Your reception certainly is one of the more important considerations on that day. Eagle Catering staff will assist you in every aspect of your reception. They offer a variety of services to design and develop just the right reception for you. As wedding dates and receptions are planned months and even years in advance, it is important to reserve your date well in advance.

TABLES & CHAIRS

We have chairs and tables (6’ rectangular, 8’ rectangular and 6’ round) available for your use. Please let management know that number of each you will need for your event at least 48 hours prior to the event.

PODIUM & SOUNDS SYSTEM

A podium and standup microphone are available at no charge. Special audio/visual equipment such as lavaliere microphones, overhead and slide projectors, screens, etc. are available. Please discuss your requirements with the CAC staff.

AUDIO/VISUAL TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Cole Park CAC features the most extensive and contemporary audio/visual equipment and services available. This includes direct connections for presentations, wireless microphones with speakers zoned to single or multiple areas, overhead screens, in-room camera, lighting for special events and dancing, plasma screens throughout the facility, as well as many other features. Cole Park CAC is unable to allow DJs the use of the house system without prior approval. CAC manager has a listing of approved DJ’s for your consideration.

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

Live musical groups or other entertainment may be arranged through the CAC Management Office. Scheduled entertainment for Installation Special events may not be used for the exclusive use of private functions. Entertainment must comply with Army standards.

FLOWERS & BALLONS

Flowers, floral centerpieces, portable plants, greenery, and balloons add a festive accent to any function. Our staff can recommend ideas to brighten your event at prices within every budget. These items are available through Gear-To-Go (270)-798-3919.

PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES

The CAC management office can assist you in contacting a professional photographer to record your memorable occasion.

LINEN

If you need linens, napkins, etc. for your event, contact a CAC representative. A linen charge will be added for all functions involving food and/or beverages.

DANCE FLOOR

Cole Park CAC has an 18’ x 24’ portable dance floor available for your special event. Please let management know at least 48 hours prior to the event.

STAGE

Cole Park CAC has a portable stage available for your special event. Maximum stage size is 16’ x 24’, 3’ in height.

FLAGS

Flags may be obtained through coordination with the Protocol Office or Headquarters Commandant’s Office for official functions. CAC management assumes NO RESPONSIBILITY for flags left on the premises.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

• Outside food and beverages may not be brought into the CAC facility for any event. All food and beverage must be catered through Eagle Catering.
• Payment for food and/or beverages for Eagle Catering services must be made in one payment. Multiple charges or checks are not authorized. (Example: event POC must collect all cash, checks, etc and present one payment to Cole Park Eagle Catering).
• Payments for services must be paid in full the day of your event or prior to event date.

DECORATIONS

• A CAC representative must approve all decorations brought into the facility.
• Nails, tacks and tape MAY NOT be used to attach decorations to any facility surface.
• Per fire code, no items may be hung from the ceiling.
• Please consult with a CAC representative before attempting to hang decorations.
• All decorations from a special event must be removed at the conclusion of the event.
• CAC cannot be held responsible for any decorations left at Cole Park Commons.
• Helium balloons are a favorite for decorations. Gear-To-Go (270-798-3919) can provide these for an additional cost, or you may choose to purchase them from another facility.
• Confetti, sprinklers, sand, rice, and hay may not be used on the inside or outside of Cole Park CAC. Birdseed may be used outside the facility.

DRESS

*Patrons will be denied entry to this facility in the following attire:

• PT uniforms, bathing suits or clothing that does not comply with Army standards.
• Bare feet or bare chest, brown or plain white T -shirts.
• Any attire that violates CAM PAM 600-1 (Blue Book), BASIC STANDARDS of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Fort Campbell.

MISC

• Use of Cole Park Community Activities Center for financial gain is against Army Regulation (i.e. charging for entrance to your event, door cover charge, etc.).
• Tobacco products are not permitted in the facility. There are designated smoking areas outside the building and on the balcony.
• Ensure that the facility is returned the way you found it and clean up after your function.
• Please do not move any furniture from the rooms. If you need additional furniture please coordinate with a CAC representative.

LIABILITY AND DAMAGE

Cole Park Community Activities Center reserves the right to inspect and control all private functions. Cole Park CAC shall not be liable for any damage to, or loss of equipment, merchandise or articles left in the facility prior to, during or following a function. The event POC will be held responsible for any loss or damage to the building, equipment, decorations or fixtures belonging to the Cole Park CAC caused by attendees or guests at the function. Damages will be billed to the event POC at replacement cost.

ACCESS AND SECURITY

Access to Fort Campbell may be restricted at times due to security requirements. In the event this occurs, the host sponsoring a function is responsible for providing an access roster to the installation Provost Marshal for all guests. If the installation is closed to all guests due to security requirements or if the facility is rendered unusable or unavailable due to fire or natural disaster, Cole Park CAC may, at its option, offer an alternate location or may cancel the scheduled function.

Cole Park Southern Buffet

Eagle Catering

The 19th Hole

Cole Park Golf Club