Concord, CA Special Events & Permits: Park Event Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Permit from
- Chief of Police
- Apply
- At least 15 days ahead
- Exempt
- Funerals, government, students
- Code section
- CMC 12.40.120
Summary
Concord makes it unlawful to conduct, manage, or participate in any parade, a march, demonstration, or procession on a public street or sidewalk that doesn't comply with normal traffic control, without a written permit from the Chief of Police. Funerals, government, and supervised students are exempt.
It shall be unlawful for any person to conduct, manage, or participate in any parade which is not authorized by a written permit from the Chief of Police. [Parade shall mean any march, demonstration, or procession... upon a public street, sidewalk, or alley, or other public place, which does not comply with normal or usual traffic regulation or control.]
Official source re-checked September 8, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: current through Ordinance 26-425.1, passed March 10, 2026).
Full Breakdown
Concord Municipal Code section 12.40.120 makes it unlawful to conduct, manage, or participate in any parade not authorized by a written permit from the Chief of Police. Section 12.40.010 defines a parade as any march, demonstration, or procession of persons, animals, or vehicles on a public street, sidewalk, or alley that does not comply with normal traffic control. Applications must be filed with the Chief of Police at least 15 days in advance; funeral processions, government agencies, and supervised students are exempt.
Violations & Fines
Conducting or participating in an unpermitted parade violates CMC 12.40.120 and is enforced by the Police Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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