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Special Events & Permits in Visalia, CA (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Block Party Permits

Closing a public street for a block party in Visalia requires a special event permit from the City Manager. Because block parties use a public right-of-way, the application must be filed at least two months before the event.

Special Events: Block Party Permits

Some Restrictions

Visalia Municipal Code §§ 12.48.020, 12.48.030, 12.48.085

12.48.020 Definitions. 'Special Event' shall mean any parade, march, procession, pageant, review, ceremony, festival, assembly or exhibition consisting of persons, animals or vehicles, or a combination thereof which: 1. Is likely to be, planned to be, or actually conducted in, upon, or along, any portion of any city street, sidewalk, alley, or other public right-of-way... 12.48.085 Restriction...

Park Event Permits

Any parade, festival, assembly, or other special event using Visalia city parks or public rights-of-way requires prior authorization from the City Manager. Applications must be submitted at least one month in advance, or two months for street events or gatherings over 1,000 people.

Special Events: Park Event Permits

Some Restrictions

Visalia Municipal Code §§ 12.48.030, 12.48.040

12.48.030 General provisions. A. It is unlawful for any individual, entity, firm, association or corporation to conduct, aid, or participate in any special event unless it has been approved by the City Manager or their designee, and said authorizing documents issued by the city are carried by an individual present at the special event... 12.48.040 Applications for non-expressive special events...

Looking for Tulare County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Visalia city rules.

Special Events & Permits in Tulare County