Brevard County, FL Special Events & Permits: Park Event Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Permit trigger
- 50+ attendees or exclusive use
- Decision timeline
- 5 business days
- Security ratio
- 1 guard per 201 attendees
- Wickham Park cap
- 15 consecutive days max
- Max penalty
- $500 fine / 60 days jail
Summary
Brevard County requires a Parks and Recreation permit for any park gathering of 50 or more people, exclusive facility use, organized athletics, or amplified music.
A permit is required when one or more of the following conditions apply:(1)The applicant desires exclusive use of all of or a portion of a park, recreational facility or department managed lands.(2)The proposed activity includes organized athletics.(3)The proposed activity is open to the public with an anticipated attendance of 50 or more (section 78-105).
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 135).
Full Breakdown
Under County Code § 78-82, the Parks and Recreation Department issues a written permit once fees are paid, insurance is provided, and, for public or commercial events, a security plan is in place (one guard per 201 attendees, more for larger crowds). The department must approve or deny within five business days. Special event permits at Wickham Park are capped at 15 consecutive days or two consecutive weekends, and January through April must each keep one event-free weekend.
Violations & Fines
Holding an unpermitted event violates § 78-100: a fine up to $500, up to 60 days in county jail, or both, plus forfeiture of fees and expulsion from county parks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Brevard County require a permit for a park gathering?
What happens if I run an event in a Brevard County park without a permit?
Is there a limit on how long a special event can run at Wickham Park?
Sources & Official References
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