Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Holding a Special Event in Madison
Posted Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at 12:00 pm
On October 6, Governor Evers announced Emergency Order #3, which is in effect from October 8, 2020 until November 6, 2020. This state order will be in effect in Dane County in addition to Public Health Madison & Dane County (PHMDC) Emergency Order #9. Under PHMDC order #9, outdoor public gatherings are now limited to 25 or fewer people (not including employees) abiding by physical distancing requirements.
If an event meets the criteria to occur under these orders or any future orders, organizers must submit a detailed plans that shows how they will meet PHMDC requirements for physical distancing and cleaning policies, and a plan for monitoring attendance at the event. Please contact us at MadisonEvents@cityofmadison.com for additional information.
If these orders, or any future order restricting gatherings of people, are in place on the date of an event, the orders in place at the time supersedes and may invalidate any approved street use or park event permit, if the order includes restrictions that prohibit the size or nature of an event.
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What type of event are you planning?
Madison is the perfect place for a special event. The process to reserve locations and apply for permits depends on the type of event you are planning.
Please choose an event type to start the process.
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Neighborhood & Community Group Park Events
For Neighborhood & Community Groups requesting the use of a park for gatherings of 250 people or fewer.
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Neighborhood Block Party
For small (less than 100 people) neighborhood gatherings on a residential street.
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Rallies and Marches
Are you organizing a rally and/or march? Learn about the application process.
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Special Events in Madison Parks
Park events that meet any of the special criteria such as open to the general public, selling beer, charging admission and more.
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Street Use Event
For individuals or groups requesting the use of Madison streets that require street closure, use of parking lanes, spaces or sidewalk space.
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Helpful Resources
More Parks & Facilities Available for Reservation
- Park Shelter Reservations
(608) 266-4711 - Olbrich Botanical Gardens Reservations
(608) 246-4733 / Email - Warner Park Community Recreation Center Reservations
(608) 245-3694