Events · NYC311

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Alert

The limit on non-residential outdoor gatherings is 500 people or less, including:

Park Events
Street Events
Religious Events or Processions

The City will not issue permits for events that:

Utilize more than one City block or Pedestrian Plaza
Interfere with Open Streets or Open Restaurants
Include the use of a stage or video screen with amplified sound
In parks that unreasonably diminish public use

Read the Executive Order limiting non-essential gatherings.

Need something else?

Block Party, Street Fair, or Event Permit
Parade or Sound Permit
Park Event Permit
City Agency or Worker Feedback for complaints about the location of a street event

Citywide Events Calendar

You can get information about recreational and cultural events held in New York City, including:

Open Culture events
Street and plaza events
Outdoor concerts
Farmers markets
Athletic races
Health fairs
Parades

Find an event on the Citywide Events Calendar.

Street Events

Permits are required for street activities such as block parties, parades, protests, and street fairs. Street events are issued permits by the Community Affairs Unit, with advice from local Community Boards.

Find an Event in a Park

You can get information about events sponsored by the Department of Parks and Recreation, including:

Athletic events
Educational events
Cultural events
Artistic events
Free events and events for children

View the calendar of park events.

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