Special events

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Special Events

Special events in the City of Vaughan are regulated by By-law 045-2018.

About the permit

Individuals or organizations need a permit for: athletic events (a community run or race), outdoor exhibitions, filming (including student filming), parades/processions, festivals, street parties/social events and road closures.

Please note: If your event is using a City-owned facility, please make sure the facility or venue is booked and confirmed through Recreation Services Permitting at recCSD@vaughan.ca before completing a event permit.

Application

Special Events Application (PDF)

Fees

Item	2020	2021
Special event permit – up to 250 people	$55	$57
Special event permit – up to 500 people	$110	$114
Special event permit – up to 1,000 people	$219	$226
Special event permit – more than 1,000 people	$437	$451
Special event damage deposit – up to 250 people	$1,000	$1,000
Special event damage deposit – up to 500 people	$2,500	$2,500
Special event damage deposit – up to 1,000 people	$5,000	$5,000
Special event damage deposit – more than 1,000 people	$10,000	$10,000