Paramount, CA Special Events & Permits: Park Event Permits (2026)

Paramount Municipal Code § 9.32.230 requires a permit for any person who wants the exclusive or semi-exclusive use of all or any portion of a park or recreational facility for a community event or special event. The section does not list fees or forms itself. It directs that the facilities use policy, or another regulatory ordinance, set out five things: which parks and facilities, or portions of them, are eligible; the duration of the use; the procedures for applying; the criteria for granting a permit; and any other reasonable terms, conditions and responsibilities imposed on the applicant.

Section 9.32.250 supplies park-by-park limits that apply at all times. Paramount Park has reservable gazebo areas, and gazebo rentals are limited to a maximum of 25 persons per party. Progress Park has two reservable areas, also limited to 25 persons per party. All-American Park has one reservable area, with booths limited to two 10-foot by 10-foot booths per party and a maximum of three parties per allowed day. Spane Park has no reservable areas, and its booth rules carry a limit of 25 persons per party and two parties per allowed day. Any party over 25 persons at Paramount Park, Progress Park or Spane Park needs a special event permit from the Director. Dills Park has one reservable area, Meadows Park has two reservable gazebo areas, and Salud, Garfield, Village, Carosmith and Pequeno Parks have no reservable areas, so picnic setups there are prohibited.

Other rules in § 9.32.220 tie back to permits. Roping off areas for private use with cones, tape or flags is allowed only with a facility use or special event permit. A moon bounce or similar inflatable needs a City permit. Photo and video sessions for advertising or revenue need a permit. Car show events are prohibited unless approved through a special event permit under § 9.32.230, and those permits are only available to Paramount residents and Paramount-based groups. Group picnic activities are restricted to weekends and holidays.

Booths and tents cannot be placed in any athletic field space. Under § 9.32.260, the Director, the Police Chief, the Fire Chief or their designee can close any park, in whole or in part, in an emergency or when public safety demands it.