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Special Events & Permits in Harrisburg, PA (2026)

1 verified special events & permits rules for Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Park Event Permits

In the City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, any assembly or group of 20 or more persons that needs a reserved space in a park must hold a permit from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Enrichment. The Director grants or refuses in writing within three business days, and refusals can be appealed to the Mayor within 10 days.

Harrisburg PA Park Permit for Groups of 20 or More

Some Restrictions

Harrisburg Codified Ordinances § 10-301.20

§ 10-301.20. Permit required for assemblies and groups. ... A. Organization/family/group park permit. ... (1) No person shall engage in, participate in, aid, form or organize any assembly or group of 20 or more persons for any purpose, or make any public speeches in which 20 or more persons are intended to, or may be anticipated to, participate or do participate, in any park and require a reser...