Event Planning Information

General Rentals

General rentals are defined as private events. These are for invited guests and are not open to the general public.

Examples 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. Typically less than 1,000 people, and don't 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. 10ft x 10ft)

If you are planning on hosting a community event, you must complete a Community Event Request Form 30 days prior to your event date.

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 these 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

If you are planning on hosting a major event, you must complete a Festival & Event Approval Application 60 days prior to your event date.

For Additional Information
Special Events Advisory Team
Call 905-546-3747
Email [email protected]