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1. Do I require a Special Event permit for a small, quick wedding ceremony at the park/beach?

Yes! Any Special Event taking place on public property requires a permit from the Town Clerk's Office.

2. Can I place items on the beach for my event, such as chairs or an arch?

Yes, we do allow items to be temporarily placed on the beach. However, these items will need to be approved by the Public Works Department as a part of the application review process. Photos of any furniture or structures that will be temporarily placed on the property are required, or images providing a general idea of what these items will look like. We also ask that you also provide a detailed site plan showing the layout of the special event, including parking areas. Meetings with Public Works staff may also be required before and after the event to inspect the intended site.

3. Is music allowed at my event?

Yes, music is permitted at a reasonable noise level. For specific decibel requirements, please review Section 42.226-228 of the Town Code.

4. Do I need to submit a Certificate of Insurance in order to hold my event?

Yes, all Special Events require a Certificate of Insurance to be submitted naming the Town of Palm Beach as an additional insured under the General Liability policy with limits not less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence, $2,000,000.00 aggregate, or an amount higher based upon the particular Special Event proposed. The event name, location, and date must be added in the Description of Operations box at the bottom of the proof of insurance form. There shall also be a 30-day notice of cancellation. Please feel free to wait to submit the COI until after your application has first been reviewed by the Town Clerk's Office.

5. What public location should I use for my Special Event?

The following public locations are popular venues for Special Events in the Town:

• Bradley Park
• Worth Avenue Clock Tower
• Clarke Avenue Public Beach
• Palm Beach Island Beach
• Brazilian Avenue Public Beach
• Municipal Beach

The following parks are no longer available for Special Events:

• Lake Drive Park
• Memorial Park
• Phipps Plaza Park

If you have another public location in mind that is not listed, please contact the Town Clerk's Office for verification that this space is available for use for Special Events.

Please keep in mind that each location may only be used for a Special Event once per month, and that reservations will be granted on a first-come-first-serve basis to the first person to submit a completed application selecting that month and location.