Block Parties

Block parties on private property don't require any special permits unless you are requesting a street closure. See below for the street closure information. Block parties in public parks and Natural Areas may have specific rules and restrictions.

Closing a Street for your Block Party

If you want to close your street for a block party, check the map below to see eligible streets (green areas only – no exceptions will be made). Make sure your preferred location is allowed before submitting your Block Party Street Closure request.

View the Map

Apply for a Block Party Street Closure

Note:

• Block Party Street Closure requests open each year in May. Do not close your street without approval from the City.
• Some eligible streets may temporarily be unavailable for street closures due to planned construction projects or maintenance.
• Block Party hosts are required to use appropriate traffic control measures. Green areas on the map require Type III barricades and cones at each end of the street closure.

Contact Us for Block Party and Street Closure Information

Neighborhood Mini Grants are available for neighborhood events, activities and parties with a purpose. The Community Vitality team can also assist with planning, logistics, activities and tips for engaging your neighbors. Contact us to get support!

Reserving the Block Party Trailer

Take your neighborhood event to the next level with our Block Party Trailer! 

The Block Party Trailer is free to reserve for Fort Collins residents and includes everything you need to host a fun community gathering.

• The trailer is available for neighborhood events held on weekends from June through September.
• Requests open May each year and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Preference is given to neighborhoods using the trailer for the first time.
• Neighborhoods can reserve the trailer once per year.

Registrations for 2026 are open! 

Request the Block Party Trailer

Note:

• Not available on dates that conflict with other events, like Neighborhood Night Out, and some holiday weekends
• Trailer dimensions are 6 feet wide × 18 feet long (22 feet with ramp down)

What's in the Block Party Trailer?

The Block Party Trailer comes stocked with tables, chairs, games and other supplies to help make your neighborhood gathering easy and fun.  

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Closing a Street for your Block Party

If you want to close your street, check the map below to see eligible streets (green areas only). Make sure your preferred location is allowed before submitting your application.