Planning a Block Party? Here’s What You Need to Know

Block Parties are permitted from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Permits are limited to two per Saturday or Sunday
Hours: 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Requirements:

• A petition with signatures from 75% of the residents on the block is required.
• Petitions must be submitted to the Town Clerk’s Office at least 30 days prior to the event.
• A non-refundable $250 fee (cash, cashier’s check, certified check, or money order) is required to cover security and application processing made payable to The Town of Cicero.
• Block Party Application Jan. 2024
• Block Party Checklist Jan. 2024
• Block Party Petition Jan. 2024

Organizer Responsibilities:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must remain at the event for its full duration
• Must comply with all federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations
• Must clean up and restore any public property used during the event (normal wear and tear excepted)

Restrictions:

• No farm animals
• No alcohol on public property
• No parking in areas reserved for the block party where signs are posted
• Amplified music must be kept at a reasonable volume and should not disturb residents outside the block