Events in LA city parks require permits from the Department of Recreation and Parks. Events expecting over 100 attendees or generating over $5,000 in fees need a Facility Use Agreement or Special Events Agreement. Smaller events may only need a Facility Use Permit. A LAFD-approved safety plan must be submitted to LADBS before applying for a temporary special event permit. Alcohol service requires separate ABC authorization.
Events held in City of Los Angeles parks are administered by the Department of Recreation and Parks. Permit requirements vary by event size: events expecting over 100 attendees or with estimated fees/charges exceeding $5,000 require a Facility Use Agreement and/or Special Events Agreement with the Department of Recreation and Parks. Smaller events may only need a Facility Use Permit obtained by contacting the specific park directly. A safety plan showing the layout of the event, including emergency exits, fire extinguisher locations, and crowd management, must be approved by the Los Angeles Fire Department prior to submitting the application to LADBS for a temporary special event permit. Amplified sound in parks requires separate approval and is subject to park-specific noise restrictions (typically ending at 10 PM). Alcohol service at park events requires a California ABC Temporary Daily License and Department of Recreation and Parks approval. Food vendors at park events must hold valid health permits. All park users must comply with LAMC §63.44 park rules including no alcohol consumption, no amplified sound without permit, and no vehicles on park grounds without authorization.
Unpermitted park event: citation under LAMC §63.44, fines starting at $250. Damage to park property: repair costs billed to organizer plus administrative penalties. Unauthorized alcohol: misdemeanor under California Business and Professions Code.
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