The City of Punta Gorda has set forth an Event Manual outlining the guidelines and procedures for holding events in City limits. Specific topics in the Event Manual include:

• Event permit application procedure
• Event permit approval process
• Street closure approval process
• City-owned event venues
• Event organizer responsibilities
• Rental fees and deposits

Event permit applications require staff review and may required Development Review Committee approval, City Council approval and/or Florida Department of Transportation approval. Given the review and approval involved, event permit applications must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the event.

If you have questions about the process to apply for an event permit, reach out to the Urban Design Division at (941)575-3372 or visit their offices on the third floor of the City Hall Annex at 126 Harvey Street.