Henderson, NV Special Events & Permits: Parade Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Filing deadline
- 3-5 business days ahead
- Application fee
- $125.00, nonrefundable
- Size trigger in parks
- 150+ persons
- Minimum liability insurance
- $250,000 combined single limit
- Violation classification
- Misdemeanor
Summary
Henderson requires a police-issued permit before any parade or public assembly that interferes with traffic or draws 150 or more people in a park, filed 3 to 5 business days ahead with a $125 fee.
No person shall engage in or conduct any parade or public assembly unless a permit is issued by the chief of the Henderson police department or his designee, and shall not conduct, manage or participate in any parade or public assembly in violation of, or in any manner contrary to, the provisions of such permit. ... A violation of any provision of this section shall be a misdemeanor.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 59 Update 3).
Full Breakdown
Henderson Municipal Code Chapter 8.11 makes it a misdemeanor to stage a parade or public assembly without a permit from the chief of police. Applications go to the police department 3 business days ahead for events under 150 people, 5 business days for larger ones, up to 180 days out. A nonrefundable $125 fee applies, plus liability insurance of at least $250,000 (raised to $1,000,000 if alcohol is served). Spontaneous political or news-driven events get an expedited 1-2 day filing window.
Violations & Fines
Staging, conducting, or participating in a parade or public assembly without a permit, or violating permit conditions, is a misdemeanor under Henderson Municipal Code § 8.11.200. Police may also revoke a permit for public safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
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