Leicester is well provided with parks, public spaces and city centre sites, which host many activities including major festivals, community events and exhibitions.
Street Parties - if you would like to hold a street party please follow this link to the Highways page and fill in the Street Party's form at the bottom of the page.
If you want to organise an event in one of Leicester’s parks, public spaces or city centre sites, please download our guidance pack. This includes information on:
- Licensed Parks & Public Spaces
- Event Guidance Note & Checklist
- Event Application Form for Parks & Public Spaces
- Terms & Conditions for the Use of Parks & Public Spaces
- Risk Assessment Guidance Note & Form
- Noise Action Plan Guidance Note & Form
- Safety Inspection Checklist
- Accident Report Form
- Event Participation List.
To progress your application, please complete the relevant documentation and send it to the Leicester Festivals & Events team. Once we've reviewed your application, we'll confirm whether your booking has been accepted. For information about picnics on City parks please view the document at bottom of the page.
Leicester City Council supports the Fire Service advice and therefore does not permit the use of Chinese Lanterns on its Parks & Open Spaces for full information please view the fire service website
If you require any further information, please telephone:
City Centre Bookings: 0116 238 5087
Park Bookings: 0116 238 5084
Or email: festivals@leicester.gov.uk
