Office of Special Events August Newsletter

Welcome to the August Edition of the Office of Special Events Newsletter.

We’re glad to have you back! This quarterly newsletter is designed to keep Boulder’s event community informed with the latest updates, planning tips and helpful resources. Whether you’re organizing a neighborhood gathering, a festival or a large-scale event, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

Need a Refresher?
If you missed our first edition or haven’t yet explored our Special Events Guide and FAQs, now’s a great time to get familiar with the essentials. And as always, if you have questions, reach out to us at specialevents@bouldercolorado.gov - we’re here to help!

Thanks for staying connected with us.

Yes. All businesses and organizations attending special events in the City of Boulder are required to obtain a license prior to the event start. Even if no sales are made, a license is required. Special Event licenses are free for all out-of-city vendors. Please note that businesses based in Boulder are required to maintain a business license.

Our office has been working closely with the City of Denver Office of Special Events and other regional partners to create a new Event Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Template, Guide, and Toolkit, developed for the UASI North Central Region. These resources are created to help event planners develop and implement strong EAPs. We expect to roll them out later this fall - stay tuned for more information.

The Access and Parking Services Application covers requests to use public parking spaces and parking officers at your event. Later this year, this application will be integrated into Eproval, making the process smoother and more efficient for applicants. More details to come.

We're saying farewell to Captain Mike Rangle, who has served on the Special Event Review Team for many years and will be retiring soon. Please join us in welcoming Lieutenant Felix and Lieutenant Lupher to the team!

Check out city-sponsored events happening in Boulder this summer and fall!

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