Pekin, IL · Tazewell County
Special Event Application
Organizations or individuals use this application to request a permit for a special event in Pekin and provide event, location, and applicant details.
What this form is
The application is for a special event in Pekin and asks for the applicant’s contact information, event location and schedule, expected attendance, vehicles, purpose, music, security, and additional event managers. It says no permit will be issued unless the application and required documents are provided at least 30 days before the event. Required attachments include an event map and, when the event is on city property or a city right of way, proof of liability insurance.
Who needs it
An organization or individual applying for a Pekin special event permit should complete this application and provide the required attachments.
How to submit it
The form lists a $50 cash or check payment and copies for city departments, but gives no applicant submission address or contact; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it requests an event map and applicable proof of insurance, but mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Special Event Application for Pekin.
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Complete The Application
Enter applicant and event details, including location, date, times, expected participants, security, and event managers.
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Gather Required Attachments
Attach an event location map and, if applicable, proof of liability insurance naming the City and its officers and employees as additional insureds.
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Submit To The City
The form lists a $50 cash or check payment. Check the city website for current submission contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses the Pekin Special Event Application?
- An organization or individual applying for a special event permit in Pekin uses this form to provide applicant and event details.
- What attachments does the application request?
- It requests a map of the event location. For events on City property or a City right of way, it also requests proof of liability insurance naming the City and its officers and employees as additional insureds.
- Do I need a notary for the Special Event Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. It requests an event map and applicable proof of insurance, but mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Pekin Special Event Application?
- The form lists a $50 cash or check payment and copies for city departments, but does not provide an applicant submission address or contact. Check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Special Event Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.