Festival Events

The City of Fitchburg Festival Events is outlined in Sec. 54-26 of the general code of ordinances.

A large scale festival event is defined as an event where all of the following apply:
  1. The event is located in a city park
  2. The event is open to the public
  3. The event requires a sound permit
  4. The event serves alcohol pursuant to an alcohol license
  5. The event is not sponsored in whole or in part by the city
Completed applications and payment are due in the clerk's office at least 60 days before the date of the event.  At a minimum the application shall also include the following at the time of submission:
  1. A site plan for the event
  2. A schedule of events
  3. A security plan
  4. Proof of Insurance
Large Scale Festival Events - Permit Application