Park reservation and permit
The reservation or permit to hold a private party in a city or county park, plus approvals for moonwalks, DJs or portable toilets.
- Typical Houston price
- $50 to $500 per day
- Book ahead
- Harris County: 7 to 45 days ahead
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What to expect
- How it works
- Apply online or by phone; pay a fee and deposit; some items need insurance.
- How much to plan
- One permit per event.
Styles to choose from
City of Houston park permit
Houston Parks permits office.
Harris County precinct reservation
Pavilions 7-45 days out.
Special event permit
Public events over 250 people.
How to book it
Book aheadHarris County: 7 to 45 days aheadCity: apply as early as allowed.
What we'll ask you
Your request asks a few quick things, so vendors can price it right:
- Which park reservation and permit styles interest you?City of Houston park permit, Harris County precinct reservation, Special event permit
- Which park?
- Will you bring any of these?Moonwalk, DJ or amplified sound, Alcohol, Portable toilets, Tent, Food vendor
Houston notes
- City of Houston Parks permits: 832 to 394 to 8805. Public events over 250 people need the Mayor's Office of Special Events (832 to 393 to 0868).
- This can need a city, park, fire or sound permit, or the venue's OK. Check before you book.
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