A special event permit is required for events that are held in the City for a period of less than two (2) weeks. There is no charge to the applicant. If your event will last more than two (2) weeks, a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) is required (see Temporary Use Permit section). The event organizer must comply with all applicable City Code and State licensure requirements relevant to the event. Examples of special events include carnivals, concerts, expos, fairs, festivals, fireworks displays, flea markets, parades, petting zoos, pony rides, tent sales, and tournaments.
Prior to submitting an application, event organizers should review the Special Event Manual and should make themselves familiar with the City of North Port's Ordinance No. 2021-45(PDF, 1MB) relating to the submission deadline for special event permit applications.
Process to submit a Special Event Application
Step 1 - Complete the Special Event Application.(PDF, 1MB)
All Special Event Applications must be received no later than thirty (30) days in advance of the event date. All sections of the application must be complete upon submission with applicable supporting documents attached.
- Application must include name and description of the event, dates and times, including load in and load out times, requested street closures, estimated total attendance, sponsor/organizer information, on-site contacts with phone numbers, detailed site plan of the event, any documentation relevant to the permit application set forth in the Special Events Manual and Special Event Permit Application such as temporary traffic control plan, fireworks permit, certificate of liquor liability, etc.
Step 2 - Completed applications can be delivered to the Morgan Family Community Center (6201 W. Price Blvd.) or emailed to SpecialEvents@NorthPortFL.gov.
Step 3 - Completed applications will be reviewed by all applicable City departments. Depending on the type of event, the applicant may be required to obtain additional permits. Upon final approval and review by the Special Events Coordinator, a permit will be issued that includes certain conditions for which the applicant will be responsible to meet. You will receive an approved special event permit that must be readily available on-site should it be requested.
We recommend that you do not proceed with advertising your event until your event has been approved and you have received your special event permit.
To ensure a successful event experience, it is recommended to submit your application early. Event organizers are encouraged to schedule a meeting with Parks & Recreation 60-90 days prior to the event to discuss event logistics and address any questions. Please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 941-429-PARK (7275) or email SpecialEvents@NorthPortFL.gov for more information regarding special event permits.
For indoor space rentals we provide:
- Chairs
- Tables
- Kitchen (extra fee)
- A/V equipment (extra fee)
For outdoor space rentals, the amenities within the park may be available for use however please contact our rental office prior to your event. No additional tables or chairs will be brought to the park, however if you need more equipment, local party rental businesses have rental chairs, tables, linens, and sound equipment available.
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