The City of Sparks plays host to a variety of outdoor special events, primarily on Victorian Square and the Sparks Marina, from spring through fall. With motorcycle rallies, fundraising walks, farmers’ markets, and street festivals--our assortment of events attract over 1 million attendees.

We encourage producers to consider Sparks as a great location for their events with lovely venues and concisely navigable permitting process. It is our goal to assist event organizers in planning safe and successful events that create a minimal impact on the communities surrounding the events.

Special Event Manual: This document contains all the definitions and instructions you might find helpful in completing your Special Event Permit Application.

Special Event Application: This is the application to complete if you are planning an event in a City of Sparks public venue. (Note: An event is one that creates impact on the venue with the following criteria: more than 250 participants/spectators, or road closures/high impact activities. Please contact the special events office if you are unclear of the definition of your event or party.)

Special Event Municipal Codes: These are the laws and regulations for the City of Sparks that relate to events.

Venue specific maps with electrical and water locations. Site plans are required for all applications.   Online Site Planning Tools

For a list of our venue’s amenities: This document outlines our finest venues for special events.

For more information regarding permits, contact the Sparks Special Events office at 775-353-7856 or EventInfo@CityofSparks.us.