Schenectady, NY Special Events & Permits: Parade Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Code section
- § 128-5, Chapter 128 Amusements
- Approval required
- Written permission from the Mayor
- Issued by
- Mayor's Office, City Hall
- Penalty
- $100 civil penalty per violation
- Applies to
- Public streets, City-owned property
Summary
You cannot hold a parade, outdoor show, or exhibition in Schenectady's public streets or on City-owned property without written permission from the Mayor. The City issues a combined street closure, event, and parade permit through the Mayor's Office at City Hall.
§ 128-5 Use of public property. Except as permitted in writing by the Mayor, it is unlawful to hold an outdoor show or exhibition in public streets or upon City-owned property. ... § 128-7 Penalties for offenses. A violation of any provision of this chapter shall be liable for the payment to the City of a civil penalty in the amount of $100 for each violation recoverable in a civil action or by a civil compromise after a hearing on the violation.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: rev 4990798; v11 updated 2026-04-13; through 04-13-2026).
Full Breakdown
Schenectady Code § 128-5 makes it unlawful to hold an outdoor show or exhibition in public streets or upon City-owned property except as permitted in writing by the Mayor. Applicants obtain the combined street closure, event, and parade permit from the Mayor's Office at City Hall, 105 Jay Street, which coordinates the route and any street closures with the Police and Fire Departments. Under § 128-7, a violation of any provision of Chapter 128 carries a civil penalty of $100 for each violation, recoverable in a civil action or by civil compromise after a hearing.
Violations & Fines
Holding a parade or outdoor exhibition on City streets or property without the Mayor's written permission violates § 128-5 and exposes the organizer to a $100 civil penalty per violation under § 128-7.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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