Office of Special Events
Information about what you need to do in order to apply for a Special Event Permit, rent the City Hall Rotunda, and other helpful information involving event planning.
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Contact Info
Phone: (314) 589-6640
Address:
1200 Market Street
Room 416 City Hall
Hours:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
In-Person services: To help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, essential services will be provided by phone or email only during regular business hours.
Welcome!
Great things happen in the City of St. Louis every day! The Office of Special Events staff is ready to assist you if you're planning a major event in the City that will involve the services of several City departments.
Find information on how to rent the City Hall Rotunda or apply for a Special Event Permit for your event, such as a parade, Street Runs and Walks, Cycling Races and Rides, Festival and Street Fairs, and Outdoor Concerts.
COVID-19 Reopening Special Events Protocols
Guidance for Special Events in Parks and Public Streets and Sidewalks
"How to" Help
How to Obtain Special Event Permits
Outlines process when applying for a permit to hold a large event in the City of St. Louis such as a Parade; Street, Run and/or Walk; Cycling Race or Ride; and Festival, Street Fair, Outdoor Concert.
How to Reserve City Hall Rotunda For Events
City Hall Rotunda is available for weddings, receptions, parties, and other special events.
How to Submit A Community Event to the Event Calendar
Add your community and neighborhood event to the City's Event Calendar.
Temporary Outdoor Seating Expansion General Information, Rules and Guidelines
Process for restaurants and bars to temporarily expand or introduce outdoor seating while taking prudent precautions to reduce the exposure to, and slow the spread of, COVID-19. The program is extended through December 31, 2021
Plan event in a City Park
If you are planning an event in a City park, call the Parks Office at (314) 289-5344 to learn if the date and time is available at that location.
Plan event on Archgrounds
If you are planning an event on the grounds of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, call the National Park Service, Park Permits Office, (314) 655-1613.
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Contact Information
Email: bessk@stlouis-mo.gov
Phone: (314) 589-6640
Hours:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
In-Person services: To help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, essential services will be provided by phone or email only during regular business hours.
Address:
1200 Market Street
, Room 416 City Hall
St. Louis, Missouri 63103
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