Algonquin, IL · McHenry County
Public Event and Entertainment License Application
Event organizers use this application to request a Village of Algonquin permit for public events, including concerts, exhibitions, carnivals, and performances.
What this form is
The Village requires a permit for public events, and the completed application packet must be submitted at least 45 calendar days before the event. The application asks for event, organization, coordinator, schedule, attendance, security, parking, and service details. Applicants must also provide applicable supporting materials, which may include site approval, insurance documents, permits, and a completed indemnification agreement.
Who needs it
Organizations or individuals organizing a public event in Algonquin must complete the application and provide the required supporting materials.
How to submit it
Return the completed packet to the Ganek Municipal Center, 2200 Harnish Drive, or email it to [email protected] at least 45 days before the event. The checklist lists an application fee of $50 for each event day.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates the application affidavit, and the packet also includes an indemnification agreement to sign.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Public Event and Entertainment License Application packet.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the organization, coordinator, event, schedule, attendance, security, and other requested details, then sign and date the application.
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Gather Supporting Materials
Use the checklist to gather applicable site approval, insurance documents, permits, and the signed indemnification agreement.
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Submit To The Village
Return the packet to the Ganek Municipal Center or email it to [email protected] at least 45 days before the event.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Public Event Permit Application?
- No. This document has no notary block; the applicant signs and dates the application affidavit, and signs the included indemnification agreement.
- How do I submit the Public Event Permit Application?
- Return the completed packet to the Ganek Municipal Center at 2200 Harnish Drive or email it to [email protected] at least 45 days before the event.
- What supporting materials may be required?
- The checklist identifies items such as site approval, a site plan, insurance documents, and applicable permits. Requirements depend on the event and its activities.
- What fee does the checklist list?
- The checklist lists an application fee of $50 for each day the public event will run.
Need something notarized?
This Public Event and Entertainment License Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.