In order to obtain a Park Use Permit, a completed application must be submitted and rules governing use of the facility must be signed by a person over 21 years of age. The appropriate rental fees and deposit must be paid and must accompany the application and rules.

A Park Use Application for a private or routine event should be applied not less then 30 working days or more than 11 months prior to the proposed use of said park.

Note:
If number of expected attendees is 50 or more for a private or routine event, an Oakland Police Department (OPD) Special Event Permit Application must be filled out. An OPD Special Event Permit needs to be applied not less than 30 days in advance nor more than 11 months prior to the proposed use of said park. This time frame is required to allow time for the applicant to meet and review the event with the Oakland Police Department.

A Park Use Application for a Special Event along with an OPD Special Event Permit Application should be applied not less than 30 days in advance nor more than 11 months prior to the proposed use of said park.

Contact the OPD Special Event Office:
Monday through Friday, 9 am - 3 pm
2651 73rd Avenue
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 777-8525

The Office of Parks and Recreation (OPR) will take absolutely no steps forward in the process to gain approval of a Park Use Permit until all fees have been paid, including deposit, and all conditions and/or other special permits regarding use of the park are met by the applicant.