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2016 FALL SPECIAL EVENTS
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MUSIC IN THE PLAZA
MUSIC IN THE PLAZASaturday, September 17, 7 - 9 pm - Warehouse (Dave Matthews Tribute)
Saturday, September 24, 7 - 9 pm - Vintage Vibes
Town Center Plaza, 255 Parkway Blvd.
Gather your blankets and chairs, pack a picnic and come out to the Town Center Plaza for free live music! Free popcorn provided by Coppell Parks and Rec!
mardi gras in the fall
Saturday, October 1, 6 - 10 pm
The Square at Old Town Coppell, 768 W. Main Street
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OAK FEST
OAK FEST Saturday, October 15, 5 - 9 pm
Wagon Wheel Park, 345 Freeport Pkwy.
At Oak Fest, we celebrate life in Coppell being as diverse as the oak trees. Building on our community’s roots and growing strength, we pause for an evening of community fun, live music, and fellowship. Enjoy performances by the Limelight Band and Professor Brainius, as well as lighted train rides, bounce houses, zip lines, face painting, great food, and more! Want to be a vendor at this event? Apply here.
LIGHTED PARADE & TREE LIGHTINGSaturday, December 3, 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Parade Route – Samuel to Parkway Blvd. To Town Center Blvd.
Tree Lighting at Town Center Plaza, 255 Parkway Blvd.
past 2016 SPECIAL EVENTS
MUSIC IN THE PLAZA
Saturday, March 12, 7 - 9 pm - Me & My Monkey (Beatles Tribute)
Saturday, March 19, 7 - 9 pm - The Live 5 Band (Popular Music)
Town Center Plaza, 255 Parkway Blvd.
Gather your blankets and chairs, pack a picnic and come out to the Town Center Plaza for free live music! Free popcorn provided by Coppell Parks and Rec!
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EGGSTRAVAGANZA
EGGSTRAVAGANZASaturday, March 26, 10 am - 12 pm
Wagon Wheel Park, 345 Freeport Pkwy.
"Hippity Hoppity" up and come out to the annual Eggstravaganza event, full of activities including bounce houses, face painting, live music, photos with the Bunny, and more! Egg hunts begin promptly at 10:30AM for kids up to age 6, and at 11:00AM for kids age 7 - 10 years. Candy and toy-filled eggs are in abundance at this event, so dust off those baskets and join us for a morning filled with fun and festivities!
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ECO COPPELL EARTHFEST
ECO COPPELL EARTHFESTSaturday, April 16, 10 am - 2 pm
Town Center Plaza, 255 Parkway Blvd.
Earthfest is a celebration of Coppell's commitment to the environment - an entertaining and educational experience! Visit the many environmental education booths to learn how you can lead a more sustainable lifestyle. Don't forget to shop the plant sale, grab a bite to eat and enjoy live music by Definitely, Maybe. This event will also feature secure document shredding on-site, bulk trash disposal, collection of household items for donation to Metrocrest Services, performances by Professor Brainius, photo booths, arts and crafts, and more! Would you like to have eco-friendly booth at this event? Apply here. Food Trucks should apply here.
FOOD TRUCK FRENZY
Saturday, April 23, 5 - 9 pmThe Square at Old Town, 768 W. Main Street
Grab a couple of chairs and relax on the lawn. Enjoy eats and treats from some of your favorite local food trucks! Your Favorite Old Town restaurants and shops will be there too! Want to be a vendor at this event? Apply here.
CONCERT ON THE LAWN: OLD TOWN CELEBRATION
Friday, May 6, 7 - 9 pm
The Square at Old Town, 768 W. Main St.
Celebrate Old Town Coppell's anniversary at this very special event! Pack a picnic or check out an Old Town restaurant and enjoy a live concert featuring Texas Flood! Bring the kids and let them splash in the Main Street Interactive Fountain or play on the playground!
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SPIRIT OF COPPELL CELEBRATION AND FIREWORKS
Sunday, July 3, 7 - 10 pm
WAGON WHEEL PARK, 345 FREEPORT PKWY.
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SPIRIT OF COPPELL PATRIOTIC PARADE
SPIRIT OF COPPELL PATRIOTIC PARADEMonday, July 4, 9am
PARADE ROUTE – SAMUEL TO PARKWAY BLVD., WEST ON PARWAY TO TOWN CENTER
Saturday, August 20, 6 - 8 pm
THE SQUARE AT OLD TOWN COPPELL, 768 W. MAIN STREET
SPECIAL EVENT AND BLOCK PARTY FORMS
If you are interested in holding special event or block party, find all the information you need here.
*Please Note* - Due to the current redevelopment project, special event applications wil not be accepted for Andy Brown Park until Summer 2017. Applications will still be accepted for the Town Center Plaza and Old Town.
Special Event Packet
Special Event Application (Please fill out this form and submit to the Special Event Coordinator)
Block Party Application and Consent Form
HELPFUL INFORMATION
- Please allow 5 BUSINESS DAYS to process your application.
- Please submit your application 60 days prior to the actual event date. This amount of time is required before your event date can be confirmed.
- Depending on the details of your event, you may be asked to attend a meeting to elaborate on your application.
- You may be required to submit specific insurance for your event.
- Please note that there is an application fee of $250. Other permit fees may apply.
- All events hosted in a City of Coppell park must observe the "lightning detection system" if one is present in the park you have reserved.
USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS | |
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| The following permits may be necessary for your event: | |
| Food Permit | 972-462-5164 |
| Sign Permit | 972-304-3506 |
| Electrical/Generator Permit | 972-304-3506 |
| Tent Permit | 972-304-3506 |
| Proof of insurance clarification | 972-304-3648 |
| Pavilion Rental | 972-462-5181 |
| Animal Permit | 972-304-3515 |
DEFINITION OF A SPECIAL EVENT
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Closing a public street;
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Blocking or restriction of public property, limiting the use of parks by the general public, and streets;
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Offer of merchandise, food, or beverages on public property or on private property where otherwise prohibited by ordinance;
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Erection of a tent on public property, or on private property where otherwise prohibited by ordinance;
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Installation of a stage, band shell, trailer, van, portable building, grandstand or bleachers on public property, or on private property where otherwise prohibited by ordinance;
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Placement of portable toilets on public property, or on private property where otherwise prohibited by ordinance;
- Placement of temporary "no parking" signs in a public right-of-way
View Entire Special Event Ordinance