Special Events & Permits in Monterey County, CA (2026)
4 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Monterey County, California.
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Block Party Permits
Monterey County lets residents of a cul-de-sac close their street for a block party through an abbreviated version of its special event encroachment permit, per Code § 14.04.055(D). Applications need only thirty days' notice under § 14.04.080(G), instead of the standard ninety, as long as every affected resident consents in writing.
Monterey County Block Party Street Closure Permits
Some RestrictionsMonterey County Code § 14.04.055(D), § 14.04.080(G)
D.Applications for events which only affect the residents of a cul-de-sac who consent in writing to the road restriction or closure, such as a block party, may be subject to an abbreviated procedure as may be established by the Public Works Director... Applications for events which only affect the residents who consent in writing to a road restriction or closure, such as a block party in a cul-...
Park Event Permits
Reserving a Monterey County park facility, gathering more than fifty people, or using amplified sound in a County park all require a permit under Code § 14.12.040(D). Events expected to draw more than five thousand people need final approval from the Board of Supervisors, and the Director can require a cash bond and deposit before issuing the permit.
Monterey County Park Facility Reservation Permits
Significant RestrictionsMonterey County Code § 14.12.040(D), (E)
D.A Permit is required for the following activities:1.Reservation of County park facilities;2.Possession or consumption of alcohol;3.Camping;4.Boating;5.Commercial activities including photography;6.Amplified sound;7.Any assembly of more than fifty (50) people; or8.All other activities as required in this Chapter.E.Any permit for an event with an expected attendance greater than five thousand (...
Parade Permits
Monterey County requires a special event encroachment permit before any parade, marathon, walkathon, or similar assembly uses a County highway, per Code § 14.04.020(B). Applications must reach the Public Works Department at least 90 days before the event, include a traffic control plan, and pay nonrefundable permit and administrative fees set by the Board of Supervisors.
Monterey County Parade and Special Event Permits
Significant RestrictionsMonterey County Code § 14.04.010, § 14.04.020(B)
A "special event" includes, but is not limited to, activities such as parades, marathons, bicycle events, walkathons, marches, triathalons, festivals, farmer's markets, block parties, civic, and celebration activities. Construction and maintenance activities are not deemed special events... B.A person shall obtain a special event encroachment permit for any special event or similar activity con...
Street Fair Rules
Anyone who sets up a temporary stand or door-to-door display to sell goods, wares or produce at a street fair, festival or similar event in unincorporated Monterey County is an itinerant vendor under Chapter 7.20 and must obtain a Sheriff-issued license before vending, submitting fingerprints, photographs and a sworn application first.
Monterey County Street Fair Vendor Licensing
Significant RestrictionsMonterey County Code §§ 7.20.010(B), 7.20.020
"Itinerant vendor" means any person who goes from place to place, or from door to door, or sets up a temporary stand or place for the purpose of selling any goods, wares, merchandise, fruits or vegetables... Except as provided by this Chapter, it is unlawful for any itinerant vendor to engage in business in any unincorporated area of Monterey County, whether for himself or herself or as agent o...
Special Events & Permits by City in Monterey County
1 cities in Monterey County have their own special events & permits rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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