Apply for a major events permit

You must have a permit to hold an event on Council owned or managed land where more than 500 members of the public are invited to attend .

For events with more than 50 but less than 500 patrons, you will need a minor events permit.

Areas where a permit is required

You will need to apply for a permit if your event will take place on Council owned or managed land within the municipality. This includes, but is not limited to:

parks and reserves
foreshore
city centre or CAA
car parks
streets
nature strips.

Please visit our event applications and information page to learn more as conditions may vary for your event. If you are unsure whether you require a permit, please contact us for more information.

Apply online

Step 1.Prepare your application

Your application must include:

Site map
Risk management plan
Public Liability Insurance for the event organiser and your event.
Please note insurance policies must have Frankston City Council listed as an interested party. There may also be requirement to list Parks Victoria or Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) on your insurance.
Traffic Management plan, which includes vehicle movement on your site as well as any road closures
Waste management plan explaining how waste and recycling at your event will be managed, including during and after the event
Confirmation that your event complies with Council’s Waste Wise Events Policy (see related documents for summary)
Ensure your risk assessment and event plan outline how you will adhere to Council's child safe policy.

Please note that additional documents may be required to support your application. Please visit our event applications and information page to learn more.