The Police Department is responsible for issuing Special Event Permits as needed.

A Special Event Permit is required if the event:

• occurs on public property and the attendance will be 3,000 or more attendees; OR
• occurs on public property and there will be alcohol sales

Various permits that must be submitted to the Cincinnati Police Department are available for download.

Customers should pay particular attention to the deadline dates for permits.

Additional information can be obtained by calling the Special Events Unit at (513) 352-4569, or by emailing the Special Events Unit.

Cincinnati Fire Department's  Event Billing Policy