Doral, FL Special Events & Permits: Park Event Permits (2026)

Doral Code of Ordinances section 29-57 sets out permit rules by facility type. Picnic tables and shelters require an advance reservation permit through the Parks and Recreation Department, with any applicable fees paid before use; larger shelters are normally reserved in advance for a specific time and duration, though the department director may allow public use of unreserved slots. Selling tickets, accepting money or soliciting donations for food or drink at a picnic, on a reserved basis or otherwise, is prohibited and triggers immediate cancellation of the permit.

Indoor rental areas likewise require an advance reservation permit with fees paid before use. Organized groups using city playgrounds need a permit that may carry a fee, is generally limited to a two-hour block, and requires proof of insurance naming the City of Doral as additionally insured; the permit is non-exclusive, so other patrons may use the playground at the same time. Film, television, video and photography projects need a separate permit from the Public Affairs Department, with a permit fee, proof of insurance (and workers' compensation and auto coverage where relevant), and compliance with the city's noise ordinance.

Large-scale events and festivals require a special events permit from the Planning and Zoning Department, also with a permit fee, insurance naming the city as additionally insured, and compliance with the noise ordinance and parks rules. Section 29-56 makes police officers and park staff responsible for enforcing every permit issued by the department and makes it unlawful for a permit holder to violate or fail to perform any permit condition.