• Applications must be submitted with no less than 30 days before the event's date.
• Processing time for applications will be affected by seasonal volumes, resulting in potential delays.
• Ensuring your application is complete with supporting documentation, such as detailed site maps, will reduce overall wait times.

Structures:
All structures placed in a park, on a pathway or in a greenspace for any duration during an events, must be accompanied by a site map, showing exact placement, including dimensions. Structures may include, but are not limited to: tents, fire pits, stages, inflatables, portable toilets, etc. (Omitting the site map can result in processing and approval delays.)  

Vehicle access:
Any vehicle access into a park, on a pathway or in a greenspace will require a site map detailing the access point and route being taken. A Proximity and Access permit may be required. This permit can be requested by accessing the City’s myID online service. (Omitting the site map can result in processing and approval delays.)

Drones:
Drones over 250g require a Parks Bookings permit. Part of the application will require submission of a Pilot Certificate, Certificate of Registration, Flight Map and a Certificate of Insurance.

Insurance:
It is the applicant’s responsibility to secure and hold in good standing the required level of insurance for their events.

Prince’s Island Park, St. Patrick’s Island and East Village:
Prince’s Island Park cannot be booked, as it is only available for booking large annual festivals and events.

St. Patrick’s Island and East Village can be booked externally by visiting Plan An Event | Event Applications | East Village Calgary (evexperience.com)

Filming:
All filming and commercial still photography must go through Calgary Economic Development.