How to Apply for a Permit

Applications

Application for a Permit to Conduct a Demonstration or Special Event: This application is used for the majority of permitted activities in the parks including First Amendment-related activities, unless another application is required for a type of activity.
 
How to Apply in Person

Applications can be delivered Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm, except federal holidays or other National Mall and Memorial Parks office closures. Special Event Permit Applications are not accepted via fax or email. Applications are accepted up to one year in advance inclusive of the first day of setup.

Permit applications for locations in the park are accepted on a first-come, first-use basis and are date and time stamped upon arrival for documentation of order received. For timely delivery of applications, dropping off in person or overnighted mail is highly recommended. Normal postal delivery may take 7-10 days to arrive at this location.

National Mall and Memorial Parks
Division of Permits Management
1100 Ohio Drive, SW
Washington, DC 20242
 
Application Processing Cost

A non-refundable application processing cost of $120 is required with the submission of the Special Event Permit Application.

A non-refundable application processing cost of $90 is required with the submission of a Special Use Wedding Permit. Wedding Permits - National Mall and Memorial Parks (U.S. National Park Service)

A non-refundable application processing cost of $90 is required with the submission of a Filming and Photography Application. Filming and Photography Permits - National Mall and Memorial Parks (U.S. National Park Service)
 
How to Apply Online
Click link to the Online Permit Application. If you do not already have one you will be asked to create a Login.gov account to safely handle information needed and payment options.
 

Last updated: November 4, 2024

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1100 Ohio Drive SW
Washington, DC 20242

Phone:

202-426-6841

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