Host a Festival or Event!

Municipal Event Application

All festivals and events taking place on municipally-owned property (including roads/road allowance, parks, parking lots, open spaces, walkways, beaches and piers) a Special Event Permit issued by the Town of Cobourg. This permit is issued upon the completion of the Municipal Event Application and approval from the Community Events Committee and/or Council.

Timelines

Completed Municipal Event Applications must be signed and returned with all required paperwork and additional permits by application deadlines.

Permit Cost

Special Event permit fees are

  • Under 50 people $50
  • 50 to 300 people $100
  • 301 to 1000 people $150
  • Over 1000 people $200

Vendor Requirements

Addendum A & B must be submitted as required by the Refreshment Vehicle By-law 043-2015 two (2) weeks prior to the event for each food vendor.

Invoice Process

The Town of Cobourg Accounting Department will invoice you for permit and event fees prior to the event.

Insurance

Every applicant shall obtain insurance of no less than $5,000,000.00 (WITH Corporation of the Town of Cobourg named as additional insured)

Event By-Law Information

Each event hosted in the Town of Cobourg is required to adhere to our Municipal by-laws

Event Application and Supporting Documents 

Municipal Community Grant Application 

Deadline to Submit October 31 every year

The Town of Cobourg’s annual municipal community grants program is designed to provide modest levels of support to non-profit and community-based organizations that propose, through the use of projects and/or programs, to improve the quality of life for local residents and the Cobourg community as a whole.  All grants are contingent upon provision being included in the Town of Cobourg’s annual operating budget.
Do you have a question regarding your event or application?
Please contact jchapmandavis@cobourg.ca if you require assistance.

Planning Accessible Events

The Town of Cobourg strives  to promote accessibility for all public events. If you’re planning a community event, learn how you can make it inclusive so everyone feels welcome
Assess the following areas of your event to see if they’re accessible:

  • Venue
  • Invitations and promotion
  • Food and refreshments
  • Room set up
  • Speeches and presentations
  • Service animals
  • Volunteers

View Ontario’s Planning Accessible Events Guide to learn about low cost ideas you can do to help remove accessibility barriers. Follow the checklist that is included to be sure everyone can participate at your event.

Host an Event at the Concert Hall

The Concert Hall at Victoria Hall is available for rent for events including corporate meetings and seminars, lectures, exhibits, balls and receptions. Enjoy your wedding reception or special occasion in Victorian splendour. The Concert Hall has been fully restored to its Grand Ballroom glory with modern amenities (including electricity)! Whether it is a small, intimate reception or a large gathering, we can fulfill your requirements. The Concert Hall & Citizens' Forum are licensed under the L.L.B.O., is air conditioned and wheelchair accessible. Amateur and professionals have performed here since the 1860's. It is now equipped with a portable stage and seating units, lighting, sound equipment and dressing rooms. A Bechstein Grand Piano is also available on a limited basis.
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