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- Private Party: Event will be on private property (like your house/yard). No additional permits are needed.
- Street Closure: Event will impact public right-of-way (from sidewalk to sidewalk). The street will be closed and the right-of-way will in some way potentially be impacted. You will need to obtain a Block Party Permit from the City of Lincoln. This will take a few weeks, so be sure to make that request at least four weeks ahead of time.
- Neighborhood Celebration: Planning resources available from Partnership for a Healthy Lincoln.
- Public Park: Event will impact a public park. You will need permission from Lincoln Parks and Recreation.
Events with vendors, very large attendance, live performances, or exceeding the normal capacity of a park reservation, may be required to get a Special Event Permit (see below). The permitting process is different for parks and other public spaces, so plan ahead.
Permit Quick Links
Block Party on Wheels
Reserve the NeighborWorks Lincoln Block Party on Wheels for your next outdoor function! The portable trailer is filled with everything you need for your group’s next great party.
- The trailer season is April through mid-October.
- Not-for-profit entities (including schools and faith-based organizations) have priority use of the trailer and will be charged a $300 non-refundable fee. Groups are also responsible for any damages.
- For-profit entities will be charged a $500 non-refundable fee, and will be responsible for any damages.
- The group booking the trailer is responsible for obtaining all necessary reservations or permits for the event.
- Unless otherwise arranged, standard trailer delivery and pick-up times are 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., respectively.
Complete the Block Party Trailer Reservation Application now and a team member will be in touch to confirm details and availability. All requests must be submitted at least three (3) weeks prior to the event date.
