Block Parties

A “Block Party” is a social gathering or party for all the residents of a block or neighborhood, typically held on a closed-off private or public way.

Interested in holding a Block Party?

Start by submitting a Use of Town Property Application.

Block Party Procedures

1. To host a block party on a public way in the Town of Bourne, event organizers must submit a use of town property application to close the way from vehicle traffic.
2. A traffic/safety plan will be submitted for approval by the Chief of Police or designee prior to and filed along with the use of town property application.
3. The event organizer will need to apply for any/all enhancement permits being proposed with the event such as alcohol, entertainment, grilling or food trucks, tents, carnival rides, petting zoos, pony rides, bounce houses, etc.
4. The event organizer shall coordinate with the neighborhood the removal of any vehicles in the permitted area of public way; the use of town property permit does not include coordination by town departments for the posting of signage or assisting with removal parked vehicles in the public way.
5. BLOCK PARTY FEES

1. Block parties that are free to attend for the neighborhood public will have the use of town property permit and any other enhancement permits waived entirely.
2. The waiver of fees does not excuse the organizer from attaining the necessary enhancement permits and approvals including inspections, police details, or other requirements or services.

Have questions or need guidance on holding a block party?

Submit an Inquiry Form.