General Park Use Permits and Applications
Events at Balboa Park, Mission Bay Park, Presidio Park and Shoreline Parks
If you are interested in having a wedding, large picnic or special event in Balboa Park, Mission Bay Park, Presidio Park, or one of our Shoreline Parks, you will need to obtain a permit from our permit center located in the Balboa Park Administration Building at 2125 Park Boulevard. The permit center is open Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Recorded information is available at (619) 235-1169 or email My Park. Applications are available below in PDF format which you can fill out in advance and bring with you to the permit center.
Please view the General Park Use Permit Rules and Regulations and please note, we do not issue permits for City Holidays.
Happy News for Brides and Grooms
Developed Regional Parks is happy to announce we are issuing permits for wedding sites a year in advance for Calendar Year 2007 in the following areas in Balboa Park: Alcazar Garden, the Administration Courtyard, Zoro Garden, the Marston House grounds and Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden. The opening day for permits will be the first working Monday of each month, with all dates available for that month. For weddings occurring in calendar year 2006, permits will continue to be issued, 6 months in advance. All other criteria for the wedding sites stay the same.
Developed Regional Parks hopes that by taking this step, it will allow brides, grooms, and all participants to fully enjoy the happiest time of their lives. Please call the Permit Center at 619-235-1169 for more information.
Park Use Availability
We now offer enhanced information about our permit sites which can be found via our City Map or by a listing of Best Sites for weddings, picnics, indoor events or classrooms.
Events at Community, Neighborhood, Mini-parks and Lake Grounds
The City of San Diego offers over 300 community and neighborhood based parks for patron enjoyment. If you would like to hold an event at one of these locations, please visit our community parks permit page for more information.
Other Permits for Balboa Park
Athletic Area Use Permits
All permits and facility rentals are subject to availability. Fees are required in most rentals and are determined by the current City of San Diego Fee Schedule.
Outdoor Entertainment Permits
Information on how to obtain a permit and the rules & regulations are available in the Balboa Park Entertainer Program Brochure (PDF: 665K).
Balboa Park Alternate Form of Transportation Right of Entry Permit (Pedi Cabs)
Balboa Park Pedicab permits are issued by lottery on the first Saturday of every month at 9:00 AM (late arrivals will not be issued a permit).
Lottery Location
Balboa Park Administration Building,
2125 Park Boulevard (Park Blvd. at Inspiration Point Way).
Meet at the rear of the building, outside door #1.
Permit Fee
Permits cost $49.00 per month and are valid within Balboa Park only. Cash or money order accepted. Balboa Park Pedicab Permits are non-transferable.
What to Bring
In order to successfully obtain a permit, you must have the following items with you at the time of the lottery:
- City of San Diego Pedicab Operator's Permit and a City of San Diego Pedicab decal on the Pedicab.
- Valid photo identification (i.e. State Driver's License or passport)
- The Pedicab must be available for a visual inspection. Bring it with you to the lottery.
For more information, contact the Park Ranger office at: (619) 235-1122.
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