Special Events & Permits in Rock County, WI (2026)
2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Rock County, Wisconsin.
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Park Event Permits
Rock County park facilities are available first come, first served unless reserved in advance under Sec. 5.02(17)(K). The Public Works Committee sets the reservation policy balancing advance planning with the public's right to use the facilities, and the Parks Manager keeps a written copy of that current policy on file.
Reserving Rock County Park Facilities for Events
Light RestrictionsRock County, WI Code of Ordinances Sec. 5.02(17)(K)
Park facilities shall be available on a first come, first served, basis unless reserved. From time to time the Public Works Committee shall establish reasonable reservation policies balancing the needs of parties to plan activities in advance with the rights of the entire public to use such facilities. The Manager shall maintain a written copy of the current reservation policy.
Parade Permits
Rock County requires a County Board license for any assembly of 1,500 or more people lasting 8 or more consecutive hours, on public or private land, under Sec. 3.302. The application is due at least 30 days ahead, costs $100 per day and location, and the licensee must supply water, toilets, medical staff, security, parking, and a $5-per-person bond before the event can proceed.
Large Public Assembly Permits in Rock County, WI
Significant RestrictionsRock County, WI Code of Ordinances § 3.302
No person shall permit, maintain, promote, conduct, advertise, act as enterpreneur, undertake, organize, manage, or sell or give tickets to an actual or reasonably anticipated assembly of 1,500 or more people which continues or can reasonably be expected to continue for 8 or more consecutive hours, whether on public or private property, unless a license to hold the assembly has first been issue...
Special Events & Permits by City in Rock County
2 cities in Rock County have their own special events & permits rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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