Permits are issued for general assemblies, also referred to as special events. Special events that require permits include walks at Noble Park, parades, and festivals. A permit is necessary for a special event that will be conducted on the streets, parks, or other public areas in the City of Paducah. A Special Event Permit Application Form should be completed and submitted to the Parks Services Office.
For a document that describes when a permit needs to be submitted, the City services that are available and their costs, signage, video or film production, liability insurance requirements, traffic control and safety requirements, and application procedures, click Policies and Procedures for Special Event Applications.
Applications need to be submitted to the Paducah Parks Services Office prior to the event as follows:
| Classification |
Expected Participants |
Timeline |
| Class 1 |
1 to 250 |
30 days |
| Class 2 |
251 to 1,000 |
60 days |
| Class 3 |
1,000 plus |
90 days |
Parks Services Department
1400 H.C. Mathis Drive
Paducah, Kentucky 42001
(270) 444-8508
Fax (270) 444-8627
300 South 5th Street
P.O. Box 2267
Paducah, Kentucky 42002-2267
Hours: 8:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
ph. 270-444-8800