Early submissions of block party applications enables the Streets Department to quickly process forms and to notify the Fire and Police Departments of all block party street closures in their districts.

One application may be submitted with multiple dates. An original petition, stating each and every date must accompany each application. One check or money order for all dates is sufficient.

A petition for each street to be closed, including any "T" streets must accompany the application.

Religious Events:
Submit a completed block party application to the Department of Streets. Follow the process listed in the Block Party Permit Guide.

Special Events:
For events planned on main streets in business corridors, please contact the Managing Director's Office (215) 686-3488.

Application Deadlines for Major Summer Holidays (no exceptions) Memorial Day - Monday, May 26 Deadline:  Tuesday, April 29 Independence Day - Friday, July 4 Deadline:  Wednesday, June 4 Labor Day - Monday, September 1 Deadline:  Tuesday, August 5

Permit Application Process
Conditions of Permit
Frequently Asked Questions
Important Telephone Numbers
Download a Block Party Application Form

An Important Reminder

Block parties can be great fun and an excellent way to promote community spirit. In planning your block party activities, remember to make provisions to recycle all of the materials that are normally collected by the City.

So, when the fun is over and it is time to clean up, remind the participants and organizers of your event to set aside recyclables and properly bagged trash until their regularly scheduled recycling/trash collection day/s.

Remember to Recycle. ITS THE LAW!