Park Permitting - The Department of Parks, Recreation and Entertainment encourages everyone to visit and enjoy our variety of parks and recreational facilities. Consider a park if you are planning a family get-together, wedding, or other group activity. Our permitting office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m.
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Special Use Permits/Wedding Permits - Required for any organized gathering, event that is being promoted to the public, features special equipment (i.e., inflatables, pony rides, etc.), requires electricity and/or is at Sister's Creek or a Riverwalk location. Application processing time is minimum 15 business days prior to the event. Special Use Permit fees are $35 plus tax.
Reserve a park for a special event online. |
| Contact: |
Shana Goshorn- 630-3575 or sgoshorn@coj.net |
| Requirements: |
Application (available online), proof of $1-million general liability insurance, detailed description of event, and copies of all promotional materials prior to distribution.
Size and type of park and scope of event are considered when permitting special events. |
Special Requests: |
| Alcohol |
In addition to the above, requests for Alcohol also requires a 501c3, state liquor license and on-site security to be provided by Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. |
| Electricity |
In addition to the above user is required to contact Terry McWhorter, Electrical Manager, at 630-5401 or terrym@coj.net. Fee is $28 per hour, minimum four hours. |
| Rental of Sister's Creek |
In addition to the above, user must have a vending permit if food or goods are being sold or distributed to the public, on-site security provided by Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. Fee is $500 +tax/day for partial park, $1,000 +tax/day for entire park. |
| Vending |
In addition to the above user is required to provide occupational license. IF food is being sold, user is also required to provide most recent health inspection. |
| Musical Entertainment |
Permitting requirements vary. Please call 630-3575 for details regarding specific park requirements. |
| Special Equipment (e.g., inflatables, ponies) |
In addition to the above, user is required to provide proof of $1-million general liability insurance for vendor of equipment.
Other requirements may apply based on scope of event. |
Contact:
(904) 630-4100
851 N. Market St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
funexperts@coj.net