Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Holding a Special Event in Madison
Posted Tuesday, January 12, 2020 at 12:00 pm
On January 11, 2021 Public Health Madison & Dane County (PHMDC) issued Emergency Order #12, which is in effect on January 13, 2021 and lasts for 28 days. Under PHMDC order #12, outdoor public gatherings are limited to 50 or fewer people abiding by physical distancing requirements.
If an event meets the criteria to occur under this order or any future orders, organizers must submit detailed plans that show 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 this order or any future PHMDC order restricting or prohibiting the size or nature of outdoor events are in place on the date(s) of an event, they supersede and may invalidate any approved street use or park event permits.
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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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COVID-19: Open Space Park Event
For small, private events requesting use of an area in a City of Madison park without reserving a shelter.
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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