Coral Gables, FL Special Events & Permits: Parade Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Governing section
- Sec. 62-288, Code of Ordinances
- Single-event filing window
- 30 to 180 days ahead
- Recurring-event filing window
- 60 to 180 days ahead
- Reviewing body
- Events committee: police, fire, recreation, code
- Max penalty
- $500 fine or 60 days jail
Summary
Coral Gables requires a permit from the special events and parades committee before any parade, street closure, or organized public event on city streets, sidewalks, or public places.
Except as provided in section 62-256, no person shall hold or engage in any special event or parade, as defined herein, unless a permit is first issued by the events committee or by the city commission.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Fee Schedule: Supplement 2 | Zoning Code: Supplement 1 | Code of Ordinances: Supplement 25 Update 1).
Full Breakdown
Under Sec. 62-288, no one may hold a special event or parade in Coral Gables without a permit first issued by the events committee or city commission. Applicants file with the events committee, police chief, and fire chief at least 30 days (single events) or 60 days (recurring events) before the date, and no more than 180 days ahead. The application must list the route, hours, sound equipment, monitors, and cleanup plan. The events committee, drawing on police, fire, code compliance, and community recreation staff, can require a pre-permit coordination meeting and may deny or condition the permit.
Violations & Fines
Holding a parade or special event without an approved permit, or violating permit conditions, is a code violation punishable by up to a $500 fine, 60 days in jail, or both under Sec. 1-7.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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