Special Events & Permits in Bossier Parish, LA (2026)
3 rules for unincorporated Bossier Parish, Louisiana.
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Park Event Permits
South Bossier Park runs first-come, first-served for everyday visitors, but Sec. 82-100(d) lets groups reserve the park for league play or special activities directly with park management. The Code sets no separate written fee schedule for these reservations; several other park uses, like overnight parking and animal training, likewise require park management's written or special permission.
Reserving South Bossier Park for Events
Light RestrictionsBossier Parish Code § 82-100(c), (d)
(c)The park is open for public use on a first come, first served basis.(d)Reservations for league play or special activities may be reserved with park management. ... (n)Animal training may be conducted in certain sections of the park upon special permission from park management.
Parade Permits
A parade of four or more people, or a public demonstration meant to draw a crowd, needs a Police Jury permit before it can use any Bossier Parish street, sidewalk, or right-of-way. Organizers apply at least 60 days ahead, pay a $500.00 fee, and post a $10,000.00 damage bond.
Parade and Demonstration Permits in Bossier Parish
Significant RestrictionsBossier Parish Code § 10-45
(a)No parade or public demonstration of any kind or for whatever purpose shall occupy or proceed along any street without first applying to the police jury for a permit, as required by this article. ... (d)Such permits may be granted by the police jury; provided, however, that bond in the amount of $10,000.00 has first been filed with the police jury as security for the payment of any damage or...
Street Fair Rules
Any carnival, festival, trade show, or outdoor music event drawing 100 or more people in unincorporated Bossier Parish needs a Police Jury permit before it can proceed. Organizers file at least 45 days ahead, pay a $500.00 nonrefundable fee, and fund a security plan the Sheriff's Office prices and approves.
Special Event Permit for Bossier Parish Festivals
Significant RestrictionsBossier Parish Code §§ 10-37, 10-38
(a)For the purposes of this section, the term "public interest and special events" includes outdoor music events, carnivals, circuses, trail rides and similar activities, held in all areas of Bossier Parish, except that area covered by the Unified Development Code of the Bossier City-Parish Metropolitan Planning Commission, which has its own regulations, that are intended to appeal to the publi...
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