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1. Is the Howard Commons only open to Howard residents?

  NO! We invite one and all to come and enjoy our community gathering space!

2. Are dogs allowed at the complex?

The Howard Village Board voted to limit pets to the sidewalks and trails only at Howard Commons. 

For everyone's safety and for sanitary reasons, pets will not be allowed inside the buildings, the Biergarten, the splash pad, the great lawn, or other event areas.

3. How does the Howard Commons Biergarten work?

Every alcohol beverage at the Biergarten is served in a pre-purchased glass. Reduce waste while earning discounts on refills when you return your glass!

Purchase your glass with the first beverage and enjoy affordable refills.  Refills will be less expensive – take your glass with you when you leave and bring it back for years to come.  

• First Drink (including glass): $8

• Refills (with your glass): $6

Join us in making a positive impact by decreasing waste and elevating your sipping experience!

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4. Is food available for purchase?

A concession stand is located inside the Activity Center with pre-packaged snack items and beverages available for purchase.  We have invited area food trucks to be on-site during open hours; however, we can not guarantee their presence or hours.

5. Will you accept credit and debit cards?

We accept cash and all major credit / debit cards. 

6. Do you rent skates at the skate rink?

Yes!  We rent roller skates during the roller skating season, and ice skates during the ice skating season. 

$3 for skate rental; Helmets are available with an ID deposit

Socks are required to rent skates.

Did you forget your socks?  No problem - we have various sizes for sale for only $1.00 a pair.

7. Can I bring my own roller skates or ice skates?

Yes!  You may bring your own roller skates to open roller skating and your own ice skates for open ice skating (in the winter). If you do not have your own skates, skate rentals are available in the activity center.