Community Event Guide
The City of Liberal recognizes the positive impact and importance of community festivals and events. These events bring our residents together to experience a shared culture and are an important piece of our vibrant community. We are committed to providing organizers with the resources and support tools required to plan and execute events in a safe manner.
The purpose of the Community Event Resource Guide is to help organizers identify the provisions, permits and plans that must be in place in order to host a successful event in Liberal. Depending on the size, scope, and location of a festival or event, organizers may be required to complete our Community Event Application.
Community Event Applications are due at least 45 days prior to an event. This requirement applies to events that are open to the public with activities or impacts taking place on City-owned properties – such as streets, rental facilities, and outdoor park spaces. Examples of events requiring an event application include: Pancake Day Race, Chamber Duck Festival, car/truck shows, outdoor live entertainment events on public property, groups of food trucks and/or vendors on City-owned streets or properties, and recreational and/or commercial events resulting in public roadway closures.
Event organizers are obligated to submit their proper paperwork and keep City of Liberal staff informed as changes to planned event activities occur. Keeping the City of Liberal updated will help ensure that organizers meet key paperwork filing deadlines and allow us to provide the best possible resources to support your event.
Please note that the submission of an application does not guarantee approval. Approval will not be granted if another event is already scheduled for the same location and date. A staff member from the City of Liberal will be in touch should additional information be required or to provide a status update for your application’s approval.