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

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Laws

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

Forms

Special Event Application

Resources

How-To Guide for Special Event Applications