Parades/Second Line/Race

Restrictions

Any cancellation must be done a minimum of two (2) hours prior to the event. Less than two (2) hour notification means that all police fees shall be forfeited for that date.

Fees

The parade route, along with the size of the parade, will determine the amount of police officers needed for the parade escort. You will consult with the Special Events Commander about the rest of the details and any additional documents needed.

• ​Fee Summary Sheet

Required Documents

• Choose a Parade Route - Please provide a detailed description of the parade route and parade size in the parade permit application, including a complete map of where you’d like to parade/race. Applications for parades must be dated at least FIFTEEN days prior to the date of the planned parade.
• Master Event Application
• Supplement C - Parade
• Supplement B - Street Closure/Block Party - If you plan to tow cars from your route or purchase meters
• Supplement G - Safety and Security - If you have any type of fire-related activity during your parade/race
• Plan/contract to dispose of all waste

Submit all to the Department of Safety & Permits, 1340 Poydras St, Suite 800, New Orleans, LA 70112.

You May Also Need

Depending on the details of your parade/race/second-line, you may need to fill out and submit additional supplements or documents. Please start by completing the Master Event Application and as indicated:

• Supplement D - Parks and Rec Centers
• Supplement E - Tents
• Supplement F - Entertainment
• Supplement H - Non-profit Tax Exemption
• Consultations with the Fire Department, Parks and Parkways, Department of Public Works and/or a number of other departments at the City

User Guides

• Special Event Guide