Parks & Recreation Permits Special Event Permits
- Special Event Permit Application (PDF) - Please read the application in it’s entirety and submit this application with ALL of the required supporting documents at the same time. Please note that the permit application has new requirements including department head meetings that were not previously required. Contact the appropriate personnel in a timely manor to schedule a meeting to expedite your permit approval process. Incomplete permit applications will not be accepted.
- Facility Rules and Fees (PDF) Information - Facilities are reserved on a first-come first-serve basis. Please reserve your facility as soon as you know you would like to use the space. Facility should be rented by contacting Parks and Recreation Department 830-248-1635 - Payment may be made by Credit Card over the phone.
Athletic Event Permits
- Athletic Event Permit Application (PDF) -Please read the application in it’s entirety and submit this application with ALL of the required supporting documents at the same time. Please note that the permit application has new requirements including department head meetings that were not previously required. Contact the appropriate personnel in a timely manor to schedule a meeting to expedite your permit approval process. Incomplete permit applications will not be accepted.
Theatrical Fire Permit
- Theatrical Fire Permit (PDF) - Open flame devices used in conjunction with theatrical performances
Filming Permit
Vendor Permit
- Park Vendor Permit Application (PDF) - (Only needed for individual vendors not associated with a special event)
- Mobile Food Vendor Ordinance (PDF)
Street Closure Information (Boerne PD)
Please note that if you plan to close a street for your event you will be required to meet with the Police Department to discuss your closure and it’s requirements.
Boerne Police Off Duty Request
◦ Request for Off Duty Boerne Police (PDF)
Park Fees/Rules, Layouts and Maps
- Facility Fees and Rules (PDF)
- Main Plaza Layout (PDF)
- Main Plaza Layout to Scale (PDF)
- Main Plaza Layout to Scale with Distances (PDF)
- Downtown Boerne Layout (PDF) - Car show Example
- Boerne City Lake Park Layout (PDF)
- Boerne City Lake Park Parking Layout (PDF)
Relevant Ordinances
- Special Events Ordinance- No. 2005-11 (PDF)
- Parks and Recreation Department Rules and Regulations Ordinance - Chapter 16 (PDF)
- Noise Ordinance - Chapter 14 Article V (PDF)
- Sign Ordinance - Chapter 18
- Mobile Food Vendor Ordinance (PDF)
Other Helpful Resources All Events
- City of Boerne Special Event Check List (PDF) - This document is not required. It is a guide for event coordinators hosting events in the Boerne community.
- Freedom of Speech at Special Events (PDF)
- Waste Management Dumpster Sizes (PDF)
- Places to Stay in Boerne- Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts, etc.
- TABC Website- Information about alcohol serving and sales at your event.