Festival/Event Permits

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