Special Event Permit Applications Special Event Application

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Obtaining a special event permit for events at a City park is a two-part process.

Step 1 : Event organizers must fill out a park reservation application. Hit the green “Create Application” button and select “Park Reservation for Special Event.” or click here . The reservation application provides officials with a general overview of the event. If there are no conflicts, the park will be tentatively reserved, and the applicant can complete the special event permit application. All reservations are tentative until a permit has been issued .

Step 2 : If you receive a notice to complete a special event permit application, please include all required information. A lack of required information may result in a delayed review, and incomplete applications will not be processed. Applying does not guarantee a special event permit.

Special Events

  • Special event applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the event.
  • Any events involving alcoholic beverages must be applied for no later than six (6) weeks before the event .
  • The City of Huntsville places your event in the “special event” category if any of the following conditions apply:
    • Your event includes any activity that might disrupt normal traffic flow of vehicles or pedestrians on city streets, rights of way, or sidewalks.
    • Your event might disrupt normal use  of a City park.
    • You expect 500 or more participants at your event.
    • You plan to:
      • Serve/sell alcohol
      • Include vendors selling goods/services
      • Discharge fireworks or other pyrotechnics
      • Prepare/sell food onsite
      • Feature  any other activity that requires prior approval and compliance with City ordinances .
  • (Example: Parades, races, block parties, festivals, outdoor concerts, etc.)

Visit the Applications page to duplicate or view your past applications.