Special Event Process

Special Event Application Process

The Special Event Application is required anytime an event or activity takes place on public property such as a city facility, a city street, a sidewalk, an alley, or on private property in a way that may have an impact on the public right of way.

Examples of special events may include outdoor concerts, festivals, markets, or sporting events such as marathons, or bike races. The Special Event Process is managed by the Economic Development Division in the Community Development Department.

Completed applications, accompanied by an event layout, must be emailed to econdev@burbankca.gov at least ninety (90) days prior to the start of the event.

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Event Application Check List

• Complete and submit application 90 days prior to event
• Provide Event Layout .
• Provide Traffic Plan (if closing streets or sidewalks).
• Small Events (1-100 attendees).
• Medium Events (101-500 attendees).
• Large Events (501 attendees or more).

Cost of Special Events

Submitting a Special Event Application is free. However, if your event requires permits, each department will charge applicable fees according to the Burbank Fee Resolution. Permit fees are due once the application is reviewed and deemed complete via check by mail or check/credit card in person at the City department(s) issuing the permit(s). Over-the-phone payments cannot be processed. Street closures and security can be costly. To reduce costs, it is strongly recommended that event producers consider hosting the event in a city park or entirely on private property. Click here to be directed to the Parks & Recreation permit page.

Events at Parks

Parks and Recreation facilities provide great options for special events without requiring street closure and traffic plan submission. Because of this, they are also a more cost-effective alternative for events. For more information about events at Park facilities CLICK HERE.