Apply for a Wedding Permit

Step 1.Make sure you’re eligible

Make sure you submit this to us at least 70 days before your wedding date. The $100 non-refundable permit fee is due with the application. Late fees are as follows:

• Less than 70 days before wedding: $100 late fee
• Less than 55 days before wedding: $200 late fee
• Less than 30 days before wedding: May not be accepted 

Step 2.Determine your venue and date

Determine which park you want to use, your wedding date, and set-up and tear-down times. See a listing of the most common venues in our Special Event Permit Guide. Note, pedestrian bridges such as the Blue Bridge and Gillett Bridge require a 6-foot egress from one end of the bridge to the other (east to west) at all times.

Step 3.Insure your wedding

Provide us with a Certificate of Insurance for $1,000,000 at least 30 days before your wedding. This is required for weddings at all City venues. Check out our Special Event Permit Guide to see how to get coverage. We recommend you use the GatherGuard Program for insurance. Complete the GatherGuard Program Application to see if your wedding is eligible.

Step 4.Create a site map

Use our Site Map Resource Guides to reference where utility hookups (such as water and electric) are located. You'll attach your hand-drawn or digital site map to your application. Make sure to include the following on your map:

• Refuse and recycling receptacles
• Portable restroom placement
• Rental equipment placement
• Food service area
• Alcohol service area
• Fences/enclosures
• Security
• Generator, fan, or heater placement

Step 5.Make your plans

We do ask for your site map to be included with your application submission. Check out our timeline checklist here to stay on top of other items due later. Keep in mind that your wedding may not need planning for some of these details.

Step 6.Have your credit/debit card ready

Expect to pay a $100 non-refundable, non-transferable application fee. We accept Visa or MasterCard for online payments.

Step 7.Apply online

Apply Online in English

Step 8.We’ll review your application

We'll get back to you within 2 business days to confirm details. If your first-choice date or venue isn't available, we'll work with you to make other arrangements. You can send out your save the dates as soon as we provide you with written approval. 

Step 9.Get married!

Enjoy your big day in the park.

Step 1.Make sure you’re eligible

Make sure you submit this to us at least 70 days before your wedding date. The $100 non-refundable permit fee is due with the application. Late fees are as follows:

• Less than 70 days before wedding: $100 late fee
• Less than 55 days before wedding: $200 late fee
• Less than 30 days before wedding: May not be accepted 

Step 2.Determine your venue and date

Determine which park you want to use, your wedding date, and set-up and tear-down times. See a listing of the most common venues in our Special Event Permit Guide. Note, pedestrian bridges such as the Blue Bridge and Gillett Bridge require a 6-foot egress from one end of the bridge to the other (east to west) at all times.

Step 3.Insure your wedding

Provide us with a Certificate of Insurance for $1,000,000 at least 30 days before your wedding. This is required for weddings at all City venues. Check out our Special Event Permit Guide to see how to get coverage. We recommend you use the GatherGuard Program for insurance. Complete the GatherGuard Program Application to see if your wedding is eligible.

Step 4.Create a site map

Use our Site Map Resource Guides to reference where utility hookups (such as water and electric) are located. You'll attach your hand-drawn or digital site map to your application. Make sure to include the following on your map:

• Refuse and recycling receptacles
• Portable restroom placement
• Rental equipment placement
• Food service area
• Alcohol service area
• Fences/enclosures
• Security
• Generator, fan, or heater placement

Step 5.Make your plans

We do ask for your site map to be included with your application submission. Check out our timeline checklist here to stay on top of other items due later. Keep in mind that your wedding may not need planning for some of these details.

Step 6.Have your credit/debit card ready

Expect to pay a $100 non-refundable, non-transferable application fee. We accept Visa or MasterCard for online payments. If you need to be invoiced, email us.

Step 7.Complete the Wedding Permit Application

Download and print or scan the application to submit.

Download English Application(PDF, 349KB)

Don't have a printer? Don't worry! You can complete the form at our office.  

Step 8.We’ll review your application

We'll get back to you within 2 business days to confirm details. If your first-choice date or venue isn't available, we'll work with you to make other arrangements. You can send out your save the dates as soon as we provide you with written approval. 

Step 9.Get married!

Enjoy your big day in the park.

Step 1.Make sure you’re eligible

Make sure you submit this to us at least 70 days before your wedding date. The $100 non-refundable permit fee is due with the application. Late fees are as follows:

• Less than 70 days before wedding: $100 late fee
• Less than 55 days before wedding: $200 late fee
• Less than 30 days before wedding: May not be accepted 

Step 2.Determine your venue and date

Determine which park you want to use, your wedding date, and set-up and tear-down times. See a listing of the most common venues in our Special Event Permit Guide. Please note the listed rules around the Gillett Bridge and Blue Bridge.

Step 3.Insure your wedding

Provide us with a Certificate of Insurance for $1,000,000 at least 30 days before your wedding. This is required for weddings at all City venues. Check out our Special Event Permit Guide to see how to get coverage. We recommend you use the GatherGuard Program for insurance. Complete the GatherGuard Program Application to see if your wedding is eligible.

Step 4.Create a site map

Use our Site Map Resource Guides to reference where utility hookups (such as water and electric) are located. You'll attach your hand-drawn or digital site map to your application. Make sure to include the following on your map:

• Refuse and recycling receptacles
• Portable restroom placement
• Rental equipment placement
• Food service area
• Alcohol service area
• Fences/enclosures
• Security
• Generator, fan, or heater placement

Step 5.Make your plans

We do ask for your site map to be included with your application submission. Check out our timeline checklist here to stay on top of other items due later. Keep in mind that your wedding may not need planning for some of these details.

Step 6.Have your credit/debit card ready

Expect to pay a $100 non-refundable, non-transferable application fee. We accept Visa or MasterCard for online payments.

Step 7.Give us a call

Call us at the number listed in the Contact Us section for help completing the form 

Step 8.We’ll review your application

We'll get back to you within 2 business days to approve or deny your date and location. If your first-choice date or venue isn't available, we'll work with you to make other arrangements. You can send out your save the dates as soon as we provide you with written approval. 

Step 9.Get married!

Enjoy your big day in the park.

Step 1.Make sure you’re eligible

Make sure you submit this to us at least 70 days before your wedding date. The $100 non-refundable permit fee is due with the application. Late fees are as follows:

• Less than 70 days before wedding: $100 late fee
• Less than 55 days before wedding: $200 late fee
• Less than 30 days before wedding: May not be accepted 

Step 2.Determine your venue and date

Determine which park you want to use, your wedding date, and set-up and tear-down times. See a listing of the most common venues in our Special Event Permit Guide. Please note the listed rules for the Gillett Bridge and Blue Bridge.

Step 3.Insure your wedding

Provide us with a Certificate of Insurance for $1,000,000 at least 30 days before your wedding. This is required for weddings at all City venues. Check out our Special Event Permit Guide to see how to get coverage. We recommend you use the GatherGuard Program for insurance. Complete the GatherGuard Program Application to see if your wedding is eligible.

Step 4.Create a site map

Use our Site Map Resource Guides to reference where utility hookups (such as water and electric) are located. You'll attach your hand-drawn or digital site map to your application. Make sure to include the following on your map:

• Refuse and recycling receptacles
• Portable restroom placement
• Rental equipment placement
• Food service area
• Alcohol service area
• Fences/enclosures
• Security
• Generator, fan, or heater placement

Step 5.Make your plans

We do ask for your site map to be included with your application submission. Check out our timeline checklist here to stay on top of other items due later. Keep in mind that your wedding may not need planning for some of these details.

Step 6.Have your credit/debit card ready

Expect to pay a $100 non-refundable, non-transferable application fee. We accept Visa or MasterCard for online payments.

Step 7.Complete the Wedding Permit Application

Download English Application

Don't have a printer? Don't worry! You can complete the form at our office.  

Step 8.Visit our office

We're located on the second floor of the building address located in the Contact Us section. Our office hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.  

Step 9.We’ll review your application

We'll get back to you within 2 business days to approve or deny your date and location. If your first-choice date or venue isn't available, we'll work with you to make other arrangements. You can send out your save the dates as soon as we provide you with written approval. 

Step 10.Get married!

Enjoy your big day in the park.