Public Permitted Events
Public Events: Permitting and Application Guide
Major Public Events scheduled on City property are those that may involve one or more of the following: street closures, amplified music, admission charges, sales of goods or services, large numbers of people, and/or the use of City personnel. These activities require specific departmental approvals, separate permits, related fees, and associated costs.
This page provides the necessary information and forms required to submit an application requesting event dates and locations.
When to Submit Your Application
| Event Type |
Earliest Submission |
Latest Submission |
Major Events
|
No earlier than one year prior
|
No later than 60 days prior
|
Minor Events
|
No earlier than one year prior
|
No later than 30 days prior
|
Note: Applications submitted less than 30 days prior to the event may not be processed. Please call before submittal if your event is inside this 30-day window.
Application Requirements
Please complete the application(PDF, 842KB), answering each question as thoroughly as possible. You must submit the completed application along with the following required documents:
- Tentative Site Plan Drawing
- Map of the Requested Route (Required for parades, triathlons, street festivals, etc., if a street closure is included)
The submitted materials will be reviewed to confirm event location availability and logistical feasibility. Once the initial review is complete, the applicant will be contacted, and an application fee will be required to confirm the event reservation.
Application Details & Supplemental Information
Contact Us
Event Permits Office
Parks & Recreation Department
323 Church St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
831-420-5270
eventpermits@santacruzca.gov
Event Permit Office Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm