If you are planning an event in Bellevue that may qualify as a special event, you must submit an online Special Event Application of Intent at least 90 days before the event. The Special Events Committee will determine whether the event qualifies as a special event, which requires permits and plans to ensure impacts on city parks and streets are limited. The committee may set conditions and fees for an event even if it is not "special."
NEW! Online Special Event Application
With our new online system, you can submit and update information, track the status of your application, and print a copy of your final application all from the convenience of your home or office, 24 hours a day.
What are Special Events?
Special events are public or private gatherings that feature one or more of the following conditions.
- 500 or more participants
- an impact to city streets, public rights of way or public parking
- a need for city support services such as police, traffic or fire assistance
Process
After the application is submitted online, the Special Events Committee will determine if the event requires a special event permit.
If a special event permit is not necessary, the committee will provide direction about other permits that may be needed and city services and conditions necessary for it to proceed safely.
If a special event permit is necessary,
- The proposed date, time, and location will be approved by the Special Events Committee.
- The Event Sponsor meets with the Routing and Location Subcommittee to determine event conditions.
- Event Sponsor begins addressing checklist items in the procedures guide.
- The Event Sponsor pays fees (at least 30 days before the event).
- The Special Event Permit is issued.
Related Forms & Information
- Special Events Planning Guide
- Special Events Frequently Asked Questions
- Fire Department - Special Event Conditions of Approval and Guidebook
- Application of Intent
- COI Requirements ACORD & Attachment B
- Right of Way Street Use Permit
- Temporary Food Application
- Temporary Special Event License Application
- Downtown Park Map
- Park Event Request Form
- Post-Event Evaluation
- Zero Waste Public Event Guide