You may request a special event permit application in person at City Hall, print one at home. 
Special Events Policy
Please note this is to serve as a checklist only for you, as the organizers, review. There is no guarantee that the City of Weston will grant permission for your event, even if all items and criteria are completed on this form. The City of Weston has full and final decision for all events.
  • Contact Weston City Hall and speak with City Clerk to be put on agenda for next Board of Aldermen meeting. Please note this should be at least three (3) months before your event.
  • Attend Board of Aldermen Meeting – second Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Weston City Hall. Present before the Board of Aldermen and Mayor your proposed plans for your upcoming event.
  • If your event will entail use of city property: streets, parking lots, parks, etc., meet with Weston Police Chief. Plan on discussing full scope of your plans and anticipated number of people attending. If utilizing any city park property, contact Weston Park Board who meets the fourth Thursday of each month at City Hall.
  • Secure proof of insurance and provide to the City of Weston at least two months before your event. This proof of insurance must list your organization, the upcoming event and date (alternate date must be included if applicable), and the City of Weston must be listed as an additional insured. The minimum amount of liability coverage on this proof of insurance must be $3,000,000 per occurrence.
  • Secure additional temporary restroom facilities. The Weston Police Chief and the Weston Superintendent of Public Works will assist you in determining the number of temporary restroom facilities needed and where they will be placed.
  • If food is going to be served at your event, it is your responsibility to meet with the Platte County Health Department to ensure that you and your event comply with all of their health and safety requirements. The City of Weston may require confirmation from the Platte County Health Department that your event and food handlers is compliant with their requirements.
  • If alcohol is being served, you must first receive permission from the City of Weston for a caterers or picnic license. The City Clerk will supply you with a letter to take to the State of Missouri Department of Liquor Control. Once permission is received from the State Liquor Authority, a copy of this permit must be given to City Hall.
  •  Alcohol is not allowed on city property without the specific approval of the Board of Aldermen.
  • In the event of an outdoor event such as a street dance or Irishfest, etc. there will be a cut-off time of 11:00 p.m. for all outdoor music (live and pre-recorded).
All of these requirements are the minimum required for your event to be approved by the City of Weston. Failure to comply with any of the items listed above, or any additional items identified by the City of Weston will result in a cancellation of your event. It is your responsibility to supply the City of Weston with proof of all requirements and meetings outlined above at a regularly scheduled Board of Aldermen meeting at least one month before your event.