Special Use Permits

Most parks allow alcohol in a non-breakable container.  By ordinance and policy, the following parks are alcohol-free and require an alcohol permit with an advanced shelter or athletic reservation. See Madison General Ordinance 8.24 and the Board of Park Commissioners policy for a full list of parks and details.

Cost: $55 per reservation

If your reservation will have amplified sound, you will need to purchase a P.A. Permit at least 10 business days in advance or at the time of making your online reservation. PA Permits have a 6-hour limit and must end by 9:00 pm. Sound Limit: 75 dB, 150 ft. from the source. Compliance may be monitored by the park rangers.

Cost: $60 per reservation

Temporary structures, such as tents, staging, trailers, inflatables, promotional equipment, or similar structures, will only be allowed in a park with a shelter reservation and a Temporary Structure Permit. Please apply at least 10 business days prior to your event. You must call the Digger's Hotline and complete the application below. Please submit to parks@cityofmadison.com with payment. Dunk tanks, sprinklers or other water features are not allowed.

Shelter Reservation Temporary Structure Permit Application: MS Word | PDF

Cost: $110 per reservation