Reserving City Parks and Facilities

All reservations must be made no less than seven working days prior to the event. All permits must be signed with all applicable fees paid no later than seven working days prior to the event. Reservations are made no more than three months in advance of the event (with the exception of the Jack House). 

Permits may be requested through the online reservation system or by contacting the reservation desk at (805) 781-7222.

  • Bounce House Permits
  • BBQ Reservations
  • Indoor Rentals

Click here for Facility Fees

Parks and Recreation Special Use Permits

The Parks and Recreation Department processes several permits related to the use of City parks and facilities. For more information on special permits, contact

Devin Hyfield at (805) 781-7295

  • Special Event Permits
  • Tournament Permit Application
  • Street Banner Permits
  • Film Permits
  • Long Term Reservations

Special Event Permit: Application

All organizers wishing to host a special event within the City of San Luis Obispo must thoroughly complete a Special Events Permit Application. All current pricing and regulations are on the application above. If you are closing roads, click here for the Traffic Control Application. 

Fire Department Forms for Your Event:

Sustainability at Your Event:

Bike Policy and Implementation - Click here

Street Banner Permits: Reserve Online ONLY

There are two downtown locations to showcase your banner: the intersection of Higuera and Chorro and the intersection of Marsh and Carmel.

  • Banners are permitted on a first come, first-serve basis.
  • For the complete Banner Reservation process, find easy to use instructions here.
  • Banner Reservations are NOT guaranteed until the reservation request has been approved and full payment is received. Full payment MUST be received within five business days of approval, or the permit will be canceled.
  • Banner Policy & Procedures 
  • NOTE: The minimum size a banner can be is 3 ft. x 8 ft. and the maximum is 4 ft. x 24 ft. Recommended Banner Size: 4 ft x 15 ft. Banners not meeting minimum requirements WILL NOT BE HUNG.
  • Banners with missing, torn or ripped out grommet pieces WILL NOT BE HUNG!
  • Banner event name must be written in marker on both ends of the reverse side of the banner.
  • Fees: Please contact Devin Hyfield at (805) 781-7295 for current fees.

Film Permit: Application

A Film Permit Application, proof of general liability insurance of no less than $1,000,000 and appropriate fees are necessary for approval of filming on City property. 

Fees: Please contact Devin Hyfield at (805) 781-7295 for current fees

 

 

Bounce House Permits

All bounce house uses within City parks require a permit and an up-to-date copy of the bounce house company’s insurance must be on file with the Parks and Recreation Department. For more information call 781-7222. 

  • Bounce houses are only allowed at these four City parks: Johnson, Meadow, Sinsheimer, Santa Rosa
  • Generators are required, as the City does not provide electricity.

 

Tournament Permit: Application 

Tournament play at any of the City's facilities requires a permit.

 

 

The City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Department is committed to providing recreational opportunities to all ability levels. We welcome people with disabilities into our recreation programs through specialized programs and inclusion opportunities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination of for individuals with disabilities, if you need specialized assistance to participate in any City sponsored classes, events or activities, please contact the front desk staff (805-781-7300 & recreation@slocity.org). In order to best accommodate your individual needs, we ask that you let us know of any accommodations needed at the time of registration and or at least 48 hours in advance of any City sponsored program. For further information on accommodation requests contact the front desk staff (805-781-7300 & recreation@slocity.org). 711 California Relay Service (which is also capable of handling TTY calls) is also available. The 711 service is available for those calling from within California.