Special Occasion Permits

Special Occasions are private, invitation-only events in parks. Permit applications for use of park sites are accepted by email to park.permits@denvergov.org or in-person at the Parks Permit Office.

Application Process

Step 1.Review Permit Resources and Requirements

2026 Restrictions and Requirements: By Park and Permit Type
2026 Park Closure and Advisory List
2026 Athletic Priority Park Information
Park Capacities
Maps, including permittable spaces available to request
Ensure proper signature is on your application

Step 2.Submit Your Application

Applications must be submitted no later than 30 days prior to the first permitted day of the activity

Step 3.Wait for Communication

Please allow one (1) business day for the Parks Permit Office to confirm receipt of your application
Within seven (7) business days of receiving your application, you will be sent an email with a preliminary permit which serves as an invoice and a list of permit requirements

Special Notes

Individual Applicants

Must be 18 years or older
Another person may submit the application, but the individual applicant’s name and signature must be included

Organizations

Must designate an Authorized Agent (18+) who is an employee, board member, or has written authorization on letterhead
A new Agent must submit an authorization letter (signed by an employee or board member) with the application
Only the Authorized Agent will receive communication from the Parks Permit Office unless a change is submitted in writing
Nonprofits must include 501(c)(3) verification (IRS Determination Letter or Colorado Secretary of State registration) with the application

Application Limits

One application per email will be accepted
Applicants seeking multiple dates for the same activity (i.e., church service, monthly club meeting), must wait 30 days in between submitting applications
You may list multiple parks and multiple dates (in order of preference) on your application if flexible. Availability will be checked in the order listed, with the first available location/date being offered to the applicant