What permit application do I need for my city park event?
If you would like to hold an event that uses City of Cleveland parks facilities and spaces, you will need to first apply for the correct permit and get approval from the city.
These forms are applications, not approvals, you must receive approval of your permit from the city for the permit to be complete.
Permits for city park spaces and events are managed by the Parks and Recreation Department, Manager of Special Events, or specific Recreation Center Managers. Ensure you have the correct application and submission by reading below.
With each permit description, you will find a link to the address and fax number of the city office responsible for approval and the primary contact for assistance below, permits must be submitted in-person or via fax to this office.
Reserving a shelter, pavilion, gazebo, or other structure in a city park: Facility and Parks Use Permit
In-person or via fax to Division of Special Events
Director of Special Events, Tangee Johnson: tjohnson10@clevelandohio.gov
Reserving space in a Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Center (NRRC): Recreation Facility Use Permit
In-person or via fax to NRRC Manager of specific NRRC space
Reserving a city park space, facility, or entire park for a large community event (farmer’s market, concert, etc): Large Special Event Permit Application
In-person or via fax to Division of Special Events
Director of Special Events, Tangee Johnson: tjohnson10@clevelandohio.gov
Reserving a field, court, or athletic complex that is NOT a baseball or softball field in a city park: Recreation Facility Use Permit
In-person or via fax to Division of Recreation
Manager of Organized Sports, Maryann Fields: mfields3@clevelandohio.gov
Reserving a baseball or softball field in a city park: Recreation Baseball/Softball Facility Use Permit
In-person or via fax to Division of Recreation
Manager of Organized Sports, Maryann Fields: mfields3@clevelandohio.gov
Reserving Halloran Skating Rink: Halloran Facility Use Permit
In-person or via fax to Halloran Park Skating Rink
Halloran Center Manager, Carrie Serrano: cserrano@clevelandohio.gov
Requesting to use a hydrant for water access in a city park: Temporary/Hydrant Permit, email below to request application:
Cleveland Water, permitsandsales@clevelandwater.com
Need help? Let us know: parkscoalitioncle@gmail.com
