Special Events & Permits in Highlands County, FL (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated Highlands County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Highlands County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Parade Permits

Any outdoor event open to the public in unincorporated Highlands County needs a special event permit under chapter 8.7. A general permit is required on county property or when county services are needed; applications are due 90 days ahead.

Highlands County Special Event Permit Rules

Significant Restrictions

Highlands County Code §§ 8.7-4, 8.7-5

(a)All special events must be conducted in accordance with the following objectives:(1)The special event provides a unique and organized civic, cultural, educational, entertainment, or recreational activity or experience. ... (3)Traffic associated with the special event must be managed to accommodate expected attendance. ... All special events held in unincorporated highlands county will requir...

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