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

2 rules for unincorporated Monroe County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

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

Park Event Permits

Anyone planning a gathering, tournament or assembly at a Monroe County park must apply and schedule it through the parks and recreation coordinator at least seven days ahead, per Sec. 18-27(d), and file a complete application with proof of insurance if required. Larger public assemblies covered by Ordinance No. 030-1996 need separate approval under that ordinance.

Monroe County Park Event Permit Rules

Significant Restrictions

Monroe County Code § 18-27(d)

(d)Special events and assemblies.(1)Any person or organization that holds or conducts at any of the parks listed above, a public assembly that is subject to Ordinance No. 030-1996 (ch. 10.5, art. II) must obtain approval under the provision of that ordinance.(2)Any person or organization who holds or conducts any special events or assembly not subject to Ordinance No. 030-1996 (ch. 10.5, art. I...

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Parade Permits

In the unincorporated Florida Keys (Monroe County), no one may hold an outdoor public assembly, defined to include flea markets and any gathering expected to draw more than 250 people a day for more than one day a month, without first getting a permit from the Planning Director under Sec. 17-28. Applications are due at least nine days ahead.

Monroe County Requires Permits For Public Assemblies

Significant Restrictions

Monroe County Code §§ 17-27, 17-28, 17-29(a)

Public assembly means an outdoor gathering in temporary structures such as tents, of individuals that may be attended by members of the general public, with or without an admission charge, when the anticipated daily attendance is expected to exceed 250 persons a day and that occurs on more than one day per calendar month, including flea markets, but excluding: ... No person may hold a public as...

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