COVINGTON, Ky – The City of Covington is launching a new online Special Event Permit system that makes it easier for businesses, community organizations, and residents to bring their events to life. Beginning on June 1, 2026, Special Event Permit applications will be submitted and managed entirely online. 

Previously handled through a paper application process, the new digital platform is designed to be more efficient and user-friendly, simplifying the planning process and allowing event organizers to navigate requirements with greater ease. 

The new Special Event Permit application can be found here.

Applicants planning festivals, parades, races, block parties, fundraisers, concerts, or community gatherings will now have a clearer and more efficient path from application to approval. 

Any event that uses, or will likely have a large impact on public or City-owned property, such as streets or parks, requires a Special Event Permit application. 

As part of the updated process, Special Event Permit applications must be submitted no sooner than one year and no later than 45 days before the proposed event date. 

The City encourages event organizers to familiarize themselves with the new system and begin planning early, to continue creating memorable experiences throughout Covington.