Special Event Permits

A Special Event Permit is needed for large group events (parades, festivals, concerts, company picnics, races etc...)

• Requests should be made at least three days prior to the event.
• City services or equipment is charged at a daily rate.
• Materials will not be rented out to an out of town event.
• Tax-exempt organizations must attach a certificate of exemption to this form.
  
  If you have questions, please contact Lynne Olson at 218-332-5404

2024 Special Event Permit

Park Shelter Reservations

• Park shelters operate on a first come, first serve basis, unless you wish to reserve it to guarantee your spot.
• Park picnic shelters may be reserved for $50 per day.
• The Pebble Lake Picnic Shelter (PLPS) can be reserved for $175.00, which includes a $25.00 deposit.  
• The Riverfront Pavilion can be reserved for $200.00, which includes a $100.00 deposit.
• Any of facilities can be booked one year in advance. 

To book a shelter or to ask any questions, please contact the Park Department at 332-5806

Facility Reservation and Equipment Form

Non-Profit Signage Requests

• Non-profit organizations can request a reservation for signage for a special event in two city parks: Van Dyke Park (near the Otter Tail County Historical Society) and/or Triangle Park (near the former Regional Treatment Center on N Union Avenue/Fir Avenue)
• The city allows two non-profits to use the space at any given time
• Reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis
• Signs can be placed for up to two weeks at any given time
• Signage can be in the form of a small yard sign, banner or black sign
• There is no charge to reserve the park.   The non-profit group must pay for their own signage
• Groups are responsible for putting their signs up and taking them down in a timely manner

To reserve your non-profit's signage request, please fill out this non-profit signage form and return it to Lynne Olson