Event producers must use this application form to apply to hold a special event in Philadelphia. Event producers must also submit an alcohol management plan to sell or sample alcoholic beverages at events taking place on City property. Special event permits are issued by the Office of Special Events (OSE).

If you are planning to throw a street festival, you must also submit the festival street closure application to the Department of Streets. A street festival is an event that is sponsored by a business or organization or taking place on a major, arterial roadway or commercial corridor. To throw a residential block party, you need to get a block party permit instead.