Venues, Facilities & Bookings
Event Planning Information
Learn about the different
Types of events
Depending on the type of event you are looking to host, the process of booking and planning that event can change. Review the below information to help you start.
General Rentals
General rentals are defined as private events. Private events are for invited guests and are not open to the general public. Examples of these types of events include:
- Birthday parties
- Sports activities
- Meetings
- Gatherings
- Corporate functions
To rent a recreation facility, sports field or arena, visit www.hamilton.ca/recreationrentals
For Additional Information
Recreation Division
Call 905-546-3747
Email [email protected]
Community Events
Community events are defined as events that are open to the public, with typically less than 1,000 people, and do not have any of the major event components (e.g. fireworks, alcohol, road closures). Community events may include components, such as:
- Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages
- Sound Amplification
- Inflatables (e.g. bouncy castles)
- Small tents (e.g. 10 ft. x 10 ft.)
2023 Community Event Request Form will be available to new applicants in January 2023
For Additional Information
Special Events Advisory Team
Call 905-546-3747
Email [email protected]
Major Events
Major events are defined as events that are open to the public that have any one of the following event components:
- Road closures
- Alcohol
- Tents requiring permits (larger than 60m2)
- Temporary structures requiring permits (larger than 225m2)
- Fireworks
- Open flame/ fire producing device
- Amusement rides / places of amusement
2023 Festival & Event Approval Application will be available to new applicants in January 2023
For Additional Information
Special Events Advisory Team
Call 905-546-3747
Email [email protected]
Planning assistance for
Community & Major Events
Date modified
December 16, 2022