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Plan an Outdoor Event

Please review the steps and permits required to get approval for holding a special event in a Vernon park. Our Event Planning Guidelines page contains resources to assist with planning your upcoming event.

Plan an Outdoor Event

Please review the steps and permits required to get approval for holding a special event in a Vernon park. Our Event Planning Guidelines page contains resources to assist with planning your upcoming event. 

Step 1: Determine the type of event

Before submitting an Event Application, please review the steps below.

  • City parks are available on a first-come, first-served basis unless you wish to book the exclusive use of a park.

    An Outdoor Event Application is required to host events when:

    • Exclusive use of park space is required
    • Access to city services is requested (Ex. Water or electrical)
    • Rental of city equipment is requested (Ex. Picnic tables, garbage cans etc.)
    • Your event is held on city roadways
    • A liquor permit is applied for on city property

Step 2: Choose your location

    • What is the size of your event - number of participants, area required? 
    • Is there parking available?
    • Do you require access to power and/or water?
    • Will you be serving alcohol or food?
    • Are you including tents or inflatable play structures in your event set-up? 
    • Will you or vendors at the event be selling merchandise? 
    • Do you require city rentals like picnic tables, garbage cans, etc.?
    • Do you need washrooms available?
    • Will you require a stage?
    • Have you considered accessibility?
    • Have you considered event safety and security? 
    • Will you work with a traffic control company?

    Parks at a Glance
    This chart will give you an idea of the amenities available at each location. 

  • Major Event Parks
    Some of our most popular parks for festivals and events include:

    • Polson Park
    • Civic Memorial Park

    Minor Event Parks

    • Cenotaph Park (Vernon)
    • Civic Plaza / Spirit Square
    • Cenotaph Park (Coldstream)
    • Coldstream Park
    • Lavington Park

  • The City of Vernon does not book events on beaches, however, beaches are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

    The picnic shelter at Kin Beach is available for booking.

  • Vernon is home to many top quality sports fields. Soccer, baseball, slo-pitch, cricket, rugby, and field lacrosse all use these fields during their seasons. 

Step 3: Submit Outdoor Event Application

Step 4: Gather information and documents

Step 5: Review fees and deposits

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