Bureau of Special Events

Location & Hours:

Parks Office (3000 Parkway Blvd)

Monday - Friday

8:00am—4:00pm

About

The Bureau of Special Events is responsible for large-scale special events on behalf of the City. Efforts include Juneteenth, Fourth of July Celebrations and Fireworks, Halloween Festival, Classics and Cruisers on Hamilton Street, Veterans Appreciation Month, and Lights in the Parkway, which will be celebrating it’s 30th anniversary season in 2026.

Contact

Contact Information
Special Events Bureau

Services

Events

17 Jul 2026 Arts Quest Concert Series Friday 06:00 PM Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
19 Jul 2026 PRCP Parade & Festivals Sunday 12:00 PM Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
24 Jul 2026 2026 LV Awesome Fest Friday 08:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
26 Jul 2026 Lehigh County DA's Cookout Sunday 11:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
26 Jul 2026 Indian Heritage Sunday 03:00 PM Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
25 Dec 2026 City Hall Closed in Observance of Christmas Day Friday 12:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania Read More

Laws

Chapter 532 - Special Events
Article VIII § 270-62 - Special Event Fees

Forms

Special Event Application

Resources

How-To Guide for Special Event Applications