A Special Events Application is required by the City for all events held on City property or requiring City services at least sixty (60) days prior to the date of the event. All event applications are subject to approval by the Cedar Rapids City Manager or the City Council. The event permit approving an event will state conditions which must be met for the event to be held, including an insurance requirement. Please refer to the Special Events Application for additional information.
Events with tents, food, animals, or alcohol require additional permits from the city.
Special Event Committee
The city of Cedar Rapids has a coordinated group of city staff who work together to manage requests for special events. The Event Committee has representatives who can answer all of your questions about putting on an event in Cedar Rapids such as street closures, park use, off-duty police officers, and insurance requirements.
Please contact the City Manager's Office for assistance at (319) 286-5080
NOW AVAILABLE -- Electronically submit your application.
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