Rowlett, TX Special Events & Permits: Parade Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Filing deadline
- 60 days before event
- Definition threshold
- 3+ persons marching
- Float speed limit
- 15 mph maximum
- Governing sections
- § 52-1, § 52-2, § 52-8
Summary
Rowlett requires a permit for any parade of three or more people marching in procession on a public street, filed at least 60 days ahead with the special event coordinator.
Parade means the assembly of three or more persons whose gathering is the common design and purpose of traveling or marching in procession from one location to another location on a public thoroughfare or right-of-way for the purpose of advertising, promoting, celebrating, or commemorating a thing, person, date, or event or point of view on political, religious or social issues. ... A person commits an offense if he engages in, participates in, aids, or commences a parade or special event within the city without first making written application for and receiving a permit from the city.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 29).
Full Breakdown
Rowlett, Texas (Dallas and Rockwall counties) defines a parade as the assembly of three or more persons marching in procession on a public thoroughfare, per Code of Ordinances § 52-1. Section 52-2(a) makes it an offense to engage in, participate in, or commence a parade without first applying for and receiving a city permit, filed with the special event permit coordinator at least 60 calendar days out. Section 52-8 caps parade vehicle speed at 15 mph, limits floats to 55 feet long and 14 feet wide, and bars throwing candy or material from a moving float.
Violations & Fines
Marching in or leading an unpermitted parade is a criminal offense under § 52-14; the special event review committee can also deny or revoke a permit for prior violations or safety concerns under § 52-5.
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