Aurora offers well-maintained parks, beautiful open space areas and two scenic reservoirs. A Park and Open Space permit is required, and a fee will be assessed, at any city-owned park, recreation area, open space site, trail or reservoir if the request is for commercial use, exclusive use, or if the proposed activity will impact other park users and/or general park operations. Click on the links below for more information and to submit requests.

Unsure what impacts your proposed event may have? For the success of your event, please contact us 30 days (at a minimum) in advance. Insurance may be required, as well as additional permits, so plan ahead and let us walk you through the process. We’re here to help! Email parkpermits@auroragov.org and provide a summary of your proposed event and desired location.

Alcoholic Beverages
3.2 percent alcohol in metal cans (no glass containers) is allowed in most city of Aurora parks. If you desire beverages with a higher percentage of alcohol, including wine and most craft beers, an additional permit will be required. 

Helpful Information
City of Aurora Tax and Licensing Division, 303.739.7057 and businesslic@auroragov.org 

City of Aurora Risk Management, 303.739.7225 

Sample Certificate of Insurance

Tri-County Health Department (Food Sales & Food Safety)