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Special Event Permits
HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT in Redmond
Our goal is for to help you create a successful event that will contribute to the culture of our great city. We have designed this page to be a resource for you and to assist you with the planning of your special event. If you get stuck or have questions along the way, contact eventpermit@redmond.gov to speak to a member of our team.
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Step 1: Review the Special Events Guide
Before applying, we recommend reviewing the Special Events Guide. The Guide contains the Special Events timeline, committee review period, event requirements, fees, and helpful resources for planning your event.
Applications are due 90 days prior to your event. Applications received less than 90 days are subject to increased fees.
Step 2: Complete the Special Event Permit Application Packet
The Special Event Application Packet serves as your official intent to apply. The packet but be completed in FULL in order to be accepted and routed to the Special Events Committee. A complete Special Event Permit Application Packet includes:
- A Special Event Application
- A proposed site or route map
- A list of activities
- A timeline that includes all setup, clean-up, deliveries or pick-ups, and open hours of the event.
Step 3: Submit the Special Event Application Packet
Send your Special Event Application Packet to:
- By email to EventPermit@Redmond.gov
- By mail to:
Redmond City Hall
ATTN: Special Events, MS: 4NPK
PO Box 97010
Redmond, WA 98073
Step 4: Application Review
Your completed application packet will be routed for review by our Special Events Committee and Parks and Recreation Department staff members.
Step 5: Issue Permit and Invoice
When the permit receives final approval, we will issue the special event permit with an invoice for all associated costs. They will be delivered by email to the email address listed on your application.
Below is a list of the event requirements, along with the established deadlines. Each event is unique and may require some or all of the below requirements. All events are reviewed by the Special Events Committee.
Due 90 Days Prior to the Event
- A completed application packet including:
- A Special Event Application
- A proposed Site or Route Map
- A list of activities
- A timeline of events
- A Covid-19 Safety Plan (click here to view the Covid-19 Safety Plan Template)
- The non-refundable $75 application fee (during the Covid-19 Pandemic this fee is not due until the permit request has been approved)
- If submitting by email, fee is charged after the application is submitted and received by the City.
- If submitting by mail, please enclose a check with your application or contact eventpermit@redmond.gov to coordinate payment by credit card or cash.
- A Pre-Event Walk-through of the event site (may be required depending on scope of event)
Due 60 Days Prior to the Event
- A Certificate of Liability Insurance, $1,000,000 each occurrence, naming the City of Redmond as additional insured
- Request for road closures, traffic control, or Police support
- Temporary Structure / Tent Permit
- Master Business License
- Request for road closures, traffic control, or Police support
- Emergency plan
- A signed Hold Harmless Agreement form
Due 30 Days Prior to the Event
- Any related event brochures, posters, or mailings
- Final Site Map
- Final Traffic Control Plan
- Final Payment
These items are required to begin the permitting process. Additional items and full payment are due 30 days prior to the event at which time the final approved permit would be issued.
We encourage you to reach out to find the best site in Redmond for your event! Out of the 1,351 acres of parks and trails in Redmond, there is a park ready to accommodate small activities up to large scale festivals.
Our most requested parks for events are:
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