Special Events & Permits in Johnson County, KS (2026)
3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Johnson County, Kansas.
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Park Event Permits
Any demonstration, exhibition, or special event on Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) property needs Board approval under Sec. 2.3.3 of the county's JCPRD Park Code, and organizers must file a written application at least 45 days before the date. Collecting money during the event is against the Code unless a Special Use Permit or Special Event contract specifically covers it.
Special Event Permits for Johnson County Parks
Significant RestrictionsJohnson County, KS Code of Resolutions, App. C (JCPRD Park Code) § 2.3.3
Sec. 2.3.3. - Demonstrations, exhibitions and special events. Any demonstration, exhibition, or special event must first be approved by the JCPRD Board, pursuant to policies duly adopted by such Board prior to its occurrence. Written application must be made to the JCPRD Board at least 45 days in advance of the proposed demonstration, exhibition or special event. Collection of money or funds du...
Parade Permits
No parade or public demonstration may use a public road or right-of-way in unincorporated Johnson County without a permit under Code of Resolutions Sec. 50-114. The county sheriff must authorize the route after finding it will not disrupt traffic or overextend law enforcement, the event is capped at four hours, and it cannot be held for private profit or product promotion.
Parade and Demonstration Permits in Johnson County
Significant RestrictionsJohnson County, KS Code of Resolutions § 50-116
(1)The applicant shall file with the application a map showing the designated route for the parade or area for the demonstration and stating the start and finish times for the event;(2)The applicant obtains and submits an authorization from the office of the sheriff of the county, which shall be issued by the sheriff upon his determination that:a.The parade or demonstration will not substantial...
Street Fair Rules
Any street fair, craft show, circus, carnival or public exhibition in unincorporated Johnson County is an 'amusement enterprise' under the Code of Resolutions and needs a permit before it can operate. Division 4 of Chapter 50 requires organizers to use privately owned land zoned for agriculture or commercial use, stay 1,000 feet from the nearest home, and carry liability insurance, with amounts scaled to the type of event.
Street Fair and Amusement Permits in Johnson County
Some RestrictionsJohnson County, KS Code of Resolutions § 50-91
A certificate of insurance shall accompany the permit application and shall name the county, the owner of the premises to be used, and any sponsoring organization, as additional insureds. The certificate shall be issued upon a form acceptable to the county and shall be issued by an insurance carrier which is licensed to do business in the state and which carries a Best's policy holder rating of...
Special Events & Permits by City in Johnson County
2 cities in Johnson County have their own special events & permits rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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