First and only visit to the whitnall beer garden, but I will definitely go back if I have the chance. First, in case you're thinking of going in 2022, please be aware that they are closed early for the season in order to do some construction of more parking spaces among perhaps other improvements, not exactly sure. The important point is that it's no longer open in 2022. :-( The good news is that it will probably be back better than ever. It's a great area of the park. In addition to the pavilion at the beer garden, the immediate area has a large " green" area with picnic tables to enjoy either sun or shade (enough trees to share). There is a kids playground. Enough room for dogs to enjoy some space. We (and a couple other groups) set up and played Cornhole. We also brought out own grill for cooking dinner. We visited on a Sunday in late August and there was free live music from about three to six pm. On this night it was classic rock style. Very enjoyable. The beer selection was good. All in all very recommended - as was evidenced by the amount of people and cars. Enjoy!