For all neighborhoods, organizations, nonprofits, churches, and schools wanting to reserve the block party trailer for their event, a $50 refundable deposit will be required, and a $20 fee will be assessed.
If the trailer is returned with any broken or damaged contents, the $50 deposit will be used to replace the broken/missing items. The neighborhood/organization will also be responsible for covering any additional costs to replace the broken or damaged item(s).
Businesses will be charged a flat $150 nonrefundable fee to reserve the Block Party Trailer. The business will also be responsible for covering any additional costs to replace any broken or damaged item(s).
Reservations for businesses may be canceled or rescheduled if it conflicts with a neighborhood reservation. The primary goal of the Block Party Trailer is to support and activate our neighborhoods, we appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
The designated transportation contact will be required to have a valid driver’s license, liability insurance, and must be 21+ years of age. NeighborWorks Lincoln will need a copy of both the driver’s license and insurance card prior to trailer pickup.
A hitch and 2-5/16th inch ball are required to pull the ‘Block Party trailer. If your vehicle does have a hitch, a 2-5/16th inch ball will be provided.
NeighborWorks Lincoln will respond via email to confirm or deny the date requested.
Private Party — Event will be on private property
Street Closure — Event will impact public right-of-way. The street will be closed and the right-of-way will in some way potentially be impacted.
• Requirement: Block Party Permit from the City of Lincoln.
Public Park — Event will impact a public park (permission from Lincoln Parks and Recreation is required. • For Permission please call the Parks Department at (402) 441-7847 or visit their website to make a reservation.
Important: Events with vendors, very large attendances, live musical performances, or exceeding the normal capacity of a park reservation, may be required to get a Special Event Permit. The permitting process is different for parks and other public spaces.
Special Permit for Parks
Citywide Special Permit
The block party trailer is intended for use at community events open to your entire neighborhood.