Public Park, Greenway, and Trail Events!

 

Public events have a great effect on our community–they highlight our unique interests and our diverse culture, drive economic development in the region, and bring us together as Roanokers. Well-planned events require careful planning and plenty of attention to detail. As we look forward to 2020 and another year of events in the City, we are holding an Event Organizers meeting at Wasena park on September 12th.

 

At this meeting, organizers will be able to meet with the City staff who process park reservations and assembly permits, and who support public events by maintaining our resources (trails, shelters, parks, etc). Come ask questions, find out all that’s required to put on an event in a public space, and get to know the other events going on in the City!

Who is invited? 

Anyone interested in or planning on holding an event in a public park, plaza, greenway, or natural surface trails. Including races, walks, fun-runs, festivals, concerts, and parties open to the public with 100 or more people attending.

Please note: this does not pertain to Elmwood Park or events in private spaces like Dr. Pepper Park.

What will be discussed?

Reservation procedures, options and responsibilities for organizers, fees, and the permitting process. Representatives from the City’s Special Events Review Panel will be present.

Where?

Wasena Park

When? 

September 12th, 12:30 p.m. Please feel free to bring a lunch!

Please RSVP here

A few facts for new organizers:

• Roanoke has a variety of parks, plazas, and greenways for events of many sizes. Speaking with our staff will help you decide which parts of the park you’ll want to reserve.

• Most events require an Assembly Permit, and some of those events will also require an Emergency Action Plan with the City.

• Reservations and permits are required 30 days in advance of an event. Many organizers get their dates as early as a year out, so you’ll want to plan ahead!