Bryan, TX Special Events & Permits: Parade Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Permit required
- Yes, before the event
- Application deadline
- 15 calendar days prior
- Decision deadline
- 5 days before event
- Exempt
- City events, small private parties
- Threshold
- 100+ expected attendees
Summary
Bryan requires a permit before anyone holds a parade, run, race, motorcade or other special event, including any event that closes a public street.
It shall be unlawful for any person to conduct or sponsor a parade, run, walk, race, motorcade or other special event or street closing event within the city unless the person has first obtained a permit as provided in this section. The city manager or his or her designee shall develop application forms and a written policy statement containing guidelines for approval or disapproval.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 31).
Full Breakdown
Under Sec. 106-191, it's unlawful to conduct or sponsor a parade, run, walk, race, motorcade, other special event, or street closing event in Bryan without a permit issued by the city manager or designee. Applications are due 15 calendar days before the event under Sec. 106-193, with approval or denial in writing at least five days out. City-sponsored events, private residential parties of 100 guests or fewer, events on properly zoned and permitted venues, and funeral processions are exempt under Sec. 106-191(b). Insurance or bonds may be required under Sec. 106-195.
Violations & Fines
Class C misdemeanor citation under Sec. 1-14; fine up to $500 per occurrence, each day a separate offense. Sec. 106-197 also bars interfering with a parade or driving through one in motion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a small private party need a permit?
Who approves a Bryan parade permit?
Sources & Official References
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