Sacramento County, CA Special Events & Permits: Park Event Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Permit needed for
- reserved gatherings, group events
- Application to
- Director, Dept. of Regional Parks
- Must include
- dates, activity, attendance estimate
- Issuance standard
- no unreasonable interference w/ public use
Summary
Sacramento County regional parks require a permit from the Director for reserved group activities: the application must list the sponsor, activity, dates, facility, and expected attendance under County Code § 9.36.020.
Whenever a permit is required by provisions in this chapter, an application shall be filed with the Director stating: The name and address of the applicant; ... The nature of the proposed activity; The dates, hours, and park facility for which the permit is desired; An estimate of attendance.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: rev 4941150; v18 updated 2026-05-19).
Full Breakdown
Group gatherings, parties, and organized activities in Sacramento County's regional parks need a permit whenever this chapter requires one. County Code § 9.36.020 requires the applicant to file with the Director of Regional Parks, naming the sponsoring person or organization, describing the activity, listing the dates, hours, and facility requested, and estimating attendance. Under § 9.36.021 the Director must issue the permit unless the activity would unreasonably interfere with public enjoyment of the park, threatens health or safety, risks disorder, requires unusual security, or the site is already booked.
Violations & Fines
Using a park facility without the required permit violates § 9.36.050 and can bring an infraction-level administrative fine under § 9.36.035, plus ejection from the park and permit revocation for future events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to hold an event in a Sacramento County regional park?
Can the county deny my permit?
Sources & Official References
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