How to host an event in the City of Providence  Complete & Submit *Application to Host a Public Event There is a 50.00 fee; it is NOT required to submit the application *If you do not have access to a computer or if you need translation services call 401-680-5772

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A representative from The Department of Art, Culture + Tourism will be in touch to review event details by email or phone

 Check in with Art, Culture + Tourism regarding other forms and permits you may have to complete.  Once your event is reviewed you will be required to attend a City Service Meeting, a date and information will be sent to you via email or phone.

 City Service Meetings are held bi-weekly on Tuesdays at 11AM, at 444 Westminster Street. All city departments affected by outdoor events are present. You will have a chance to discuss your event logistics and be able to ask questions. *You will find out your city service fees at this meeting. Following discussion of your event, you will receive a signed permit. *You will not be required to pay these fees at the meeting.

 Notify businesses, residents, and churches that will be impacted. We recommend flyering the area with exact details and contact information. In order to receive a signed permit for your event, at your City Service Meeting you will be required to  Present a Safety Plan - info in the application  Have 20 copies of an event site map  Pay a 50.00 fee - check or money order made out to Department of Art, Culture + Tourism  Provide Proof of Liability Insurance Naming the City of Providence and its employees and/or agents. If using a Providence Park you MUST add the Providence Parks Department, as additional insured.  1-5000 people at an event requires proof of liability insurance in the amount of One Million Dollars  5001+people at an event requires proof of liability insurance in the amount of Five Million Dollars

ACTIONS THAT WILL JEOPARDIZE PERMITTING Failure to notify neighbors Failure to clean up after an event – can also result in a 500.00 littering ticket Failure to pay city service fees

QUESTIONS? Please email [email protected] or call 401-680-5772 2.13.2017