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Special Events & Permits in Tustin, CA (2026)

3 verified special events & permits rules for Tustin, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Park Event Permits

In the City of Tustin, activities such as camping, archery, golf, open fires, animals, amplified sound, selling merchandise, and any assembly or rally of more than 35 people may only take place in a City park or playground after obtaining a written permit from the City Administrator.

Tustin Requires Permits for Park Gatherings, Assemblies

Significant Restrictions

Tustin City Code § 7113

7113 - ACTIVITIES REQUIRING SPECIAL PERMIT a Activities Enumerated The activities hereinafter set forth in this Section may only be conducted in any park or playground, upon obtaining a permit therefor as provided herein, and only when conducted in complete conformity with such permit and compliance with all of its terms, conditions and restrictions: (1)Archery(2)Camping(3)Golf(4)Motorized vehi...

Street Fair Rules

A street fair, festival or other large outdoor gathering in the City of Tustin, paid or free, needs a Large Outdoor Gathering Permit from the Community Development Director under Tustin City Code Section 3241 before it can happen. The Director investigates the site and the activity's impact on public safety and neighboring property before deciding whether to grant it.

Tustin Large Outdoor Gathering Permit

Significant Restrictions

Tustin City Code § 3241

3241 - LARGE OUTDOOR GATHERING PERMIT REQUIRED No person shall establish, set up, maintain, exhibit, participate in, conduct, or carry on any large outdoor gathering for pay or for no charge, without first having obtained a large outdoor gathering permit from the Director. Large outdoor gatherings do not include parades, marches, or other gatherings on City streets and sidewalks. ... 3242 - INV...

Sidewalk Dining & Cafés

Tustin restaurants need City approval before adding outdoor seating. City Code § 9277 requires Community Development Director sign-off for any Outdoor Dining or Outdoor Seating Area, sets hours no earlier than 6 a.m. and no later than 11 p.m. (7 a.m. to 10 p.m. next to homes), and bars right-of-way use without a license.

Tustin Outdoor Restaurant Dining Rules

Significant Restrictions

Tustin City Code § 9277

The regulations and requirements of this Section are intended to provide for the proper location and minimum standards for permanent Outdoor Dining Areas and Outdoor Seating areas for restaurants in the commercial areas of the City of Tustin. It shall be unlawful for any person to establish an Outdoor Dining Area or Outdoor Seating Area at any site unless approval has been obtained, as applicab...

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