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Special events resources
King County Parks celebrates special events. From concerts and outdoor movies to community-based festivals, camps, fundraisers, and athletic activities; we are proud to host hundreds of events each year. We are very happy you have chosen to hold your special event here at King County Parks.
The King County Parks Rentals and Special Events Guide is intended as a resource to help you through the permit process for hosting a Special Event or Special Use activity in King County Parks. Every event or activity is unique, and the King County Parks Event Team will work with you to gain a full understanding of the scope and needs of your event. Some events may require very little oversight from Parks staff, while others may require more support from the Parks staff. Please don’t hesitate to contact the Special Events Team.
Special Event Guides
King County Parks Rental and Special Events Guide (338 KB pdf)
For hosting events in Marymoor Park or connecting trails, please see the Marymoor Park Special Events Guide:
| A "Special Use" is an activity in a public park that includes: | |
|---|---|
| A public gathering of 25 or more people outside designated rentable facilities like fields & shelters. | Collection of money for admission/participation (whether off-site or on-site) |
| Tent(s) 400sq. ft. or larger | Impact to regular traffic & park operations |
| Bounce houses (subject to certain conditions due to public safety) | Catered activities by food trucks, commercial BBQs (may require a Health Dept. permit) |
| Stage(s) | Amplified Sound/Sounds above approved level |
| Vendor booths (food, beverage, arts, crafts) | Commercial Activities |
| Generator(s) | Filming and/or Photography |
| Public promotion of the organized use/activity | Events/Activities that would require modifications to the site |
| Including but not limited to: | |
|---|---|
| Walks/Runs/Cycling Events | Free Speech/Demonstration |
| Corporate Picnics | Festivals/Concerts |
| Athletic Tournaments and/or Cross-Country Meets | Commercial Activities |
| Birthday/Baby Shower/Wedding/Reunion/Meetup | Filming and/or Photography |
| Other - those uses/activities that impact regular park operations or adversely impact normal park usage | |
To Apply for a Special Event Permit
All Special Events are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis. We prefer you submit your application at least one hundred and fifty (150) days before the proposed event date. If your application is submitted within sixty (60) days or less prior to the event, it may be denied based on the complexity of your event.
Submit an application to the appropriate office, either regional.scheduling@kingcounty.gov or marymoorrentals@kingcounty.gov. Applications should include a proposed schedule of activities and a site map. For full details about required event application materials, please review the Special Events Guide.
Special Event Application (403 KB pdf)
Marymoor Park Special Event Application (306 KB pdf)