Special event gatherings like outdoor concerts, parades, festivals or sporting events such as marathons, or bike races, require extensive planning. The City of Boise's Special Events Team works with event organizers to help produce successful and safe events with minimal impact on the environment, surrounding neighborhoods and businesses.
Application Process + Timeline
Guidelines are outlined below but please note - a complete application should be submitted at least 60 days prior to the event start date to allow sufficient time for processing and city-related fees should be paid no later than 30 days prior to the event start date so the permit can be issued in a timely manner.
Start + Schedule
Minimum of 120 Days Prior to Event
Start working through the special event permit application by logging into the city's permitting and licensing system. Carefully review the requirements and answer each question accurately. You may save and resume your work as needed.
Schedule a consultation with the city's Special Events Program Manager by email to assist with navigating and completing your application.
Confirm + Complete
Minimum 90 Days Prior to Event
Confirm that detailed information (i.e. stage dimensions, vendor counts, fire inspections, drone requirements, security contracts, medical plans) from city departments, outside agencies and contracted vendors is finalized, signed and uploaded to your special event permit application.
Finalize the run of show schedule, maps, and routes, and attach them to your special event permit application in the city's permitting and licensing system.
Submit + Present
Minimum 60 Days Prior to Event
Submit your completed special event permit application via the city's permitting and licensing system.
Present and/or meet with city departments and other governmental agencies to ensure proper use of city property, adequate planning for safe conduct during all activities, and the overall health and safety of the attendees and/or the public.
Pay + Execute
Minimum 30 Days Prior to Event
Pay event fees that are due in the city's permitting and licensing system and to outside agencies directly when applicable, so your Planned Special Event Permit can be issued.
Execute your event! All planned activities and elements in permitted area(s) as well as site plans, maps, and routes should be implemented as described in your approved application. Requests to make notable changes and/or additions to the site plan or route map after the presentation may not be honored.
Fee Estimate List
City departments and/or outside agencies have various forms and fees for permits, licenses, and services specific to their areas. Once finalized with each department, city-related fees will be populated in your special event permit application and available to pay in one place. The Fee Estimate List shows base rates (subject to change) and is provided for informational and budgeting purposes only.
Traffic Advisory
Use our interactive map to check closures and detours surrounding construction surrounding and special events.
See MapSpecial Events Team
The Special Events Team works with organizers to help produce successful and safe events of any size or impact. Email specialevents@cityofboise.org for more information.
Boise City Code
Boise City Code provides the framework and guidance for issuing Planned Special Event Permits.
City CodeContact
Additional questions should be directed to:
Email: specialevents@cityofboise.org | Phone: 208-972-8550
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