Park Reservations or Special Events
All parks are considered governed under a "First come, First Serve" basis. unless a Special Event has permit has been issued.
If your group or organization plans to hold a special event within one of the other city parks, on city property, or Lake Bixhoma, please complete the City of Bixby Special Events Permit Application (PDF). Once completed, return form to the Receptionist’s Desk located within City Hall at 116 West Needles. Please review the City of Bixby Special Events Guide (PDF) while submitting the application. There is a minimum time frame of 45 days for approval of an event application form by staff. If you would like to confirm a date of availability before submitting an application please contact Event Relations Officer Bryan Toney Applications must fully completed and include a site plan before it will be processed or a date confirmation is given. Incomplete applications are held unprocessed until completed.
Examples of special events include but are not limited to:
- Event Registration
- Festivals
- Organized Runs
- Parades
- Picnics
- Reunions
First Come Basis
Reservations are not accepted for the splash pad or picnic pavilions within Bentley Park. These areas are designed to be used on a first come basis. Cooking / grilling is not allowed on the grounds of Bentley Park to include the playground area.
