**Shelter reservations must comply with current CDPHE guidance for outdoor events. For more information on capacity restrictions, visit
https://covid19.colorado.gov/outdoor-events **
Aurora offers well-maintained parks, beautiful open space areas and two scenic reservoirs. A Park and Open Space Permit is required, and a fee will be assessed, at any city-owned park, recreation area, open space site, trail or reservoir if the request is for commercial use, exclusive use, or if the proposed activity will impact other park users and/or general park operations. Click on the links below for more information and to submit requests.
Special Event Proposal application can be found here.
Commercial Filming and Photography Permit application can be found here.
Commercial Fitness Permit application can be found here.
Unmanned Aircraft Systems (drone) permit can be found here.
Park Shelter Rentals or Reservoir Shelter Rentals
Unsure what impacts your proposed event may have? For the success of your event, please contact us 30 days (at a minimum) in advance. Insurance may be required, as well as additional permits, so plan ahead and let us walk you through the process. We’re here to help! Email parkpermits@auroragov.org and provide a summary of your proposed event and desired location.
Helpful Information
City of Aurora Tax and Licensing Division: 303.739.7057 / businesslic@auroragov.org
City of Aurora Risk Management: 303.739.7225
Sample Certificate of Insurance
Tri-County Health Department (Food Sales & Food Safety)