Montgomery, AL Special Events & Permits: Parade Permits (2026)

Article VI of chapter 26 defines a 'special event' broadly to include any concert, demonstration, marathon, march, memorial, parade, public assembly, race, or walk organized for amusement, athletic competition, charity, commemoration, education, entertainment, or promotional publicity that uses public property, per Sec. 26-201. Sec. 26-202 makes it unlawful to engage in, participate in, aid, form, or start any special event on public property without a permit from the special events department. Sec. 26-204 requires the application at least 30 days before the event date, though late applications can be considered for good cause, and the form must disclose the organizer's contact information, purpose, date, hours, whether food or alcohol will be served, and what streets, parks, or sidewalks the event will occupy.

Sec. 26-205 lets the department deny or condition a permit based on traffic disruption, diversion of police or ambulance resources, and risk of disorderly conduct, and reserves Dexter Avenue for city-sponsored events or those the city separately approves. Sec. 00 in general liability insurance naming the City of Montgomery as an additional insured, and Sec. 26-207 requires payment of the special event permit fee and any personnel costs at filing. Sec. 26-208 gives the department three days to act on an application and lists 23 specific grounds for denial, including scheduling conflicts, incomplete applications, and events exceeding a six-day street closure.