DANISH FESTIVAL



Danish Festival – Every 3rd Weekend in August!
GUS MACKER

HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
Contact the Chamber for more information.
MONTCALM COUNTY 4H FAIR

SNOMOTION

TRI-GREENVILLE

SPECIAL EVENT INSTRUCTIONS
1.Review the Planning and Resource GuideCheck out our Special Event Planning Guide for timelines, specifications, instructions, and fees. We recommend you use this guide to create your site plan (see step 4).
2.Check your eligibilityYou will need a to fill out a Special Event Application if you have an activity or series of events or activities planned for a specific time and place. Typical special events include festivals, parades, races, concerts and neighborhood fairs. This is due no later than 60 days before your event start date.
3.Reserve a date and locationFor City-owned parks, pavilions, or community center rentals click here for more information.
4.Develop a site planTo create a comprehensive site plan:
- Create a site map using a program of your choice such as Google Earth.
- Write out a timeline including set-up, tear-down, delivery and retrieval times
5. Make your plansYou will need to include details for the following plans in this application:
- Road/Street Closure Plan
- Cleanup and Trash Plan
- Parking Management Plan
- Traffic Control Plan
- First Aid/Medical Plan
6.Have payment readyBe prepared to pay the $50 non-refundable, non-transferrable application fee. A $200 refundable damage deposit is also required within 15 days of approval of the Special Event. We accept Visa and MasterCard for online payments, and cash or check if paid in person.
7.Apply for a Special Event PermitFor non-recreational events use the City of Greenville Special Event Application
For recreational events use the City of Greenville Trail/Road Event Application
(Recreational events include sporting events, walk/run events, etc.)
8.We’ll review your applicationWe will check the availability for your event and follow up with you in 1-2 business days. Submitting this application doesn’t mean your event is approved. We recommend that you do not announce your event date or location until we send you written approval.
SPECIAL ACTIVITIESFor special activities on private property within the City, please fill out the special activities permit.