Host a block party

Block parties bring neighbourhoods together and help build community bonds. We’ve pulled together a list of resources to help you plan and prepare your own block party. Start by reviewing our Block Party Planning Guide, which outlines how to host a block party and provides planning templates.  

Block Party Planning Guide (PDF) 

Planning considerations 

As you prepare for your block party, make sure you’ve obtained the right permits and permissions. 

  • Complete a block party online application below. If you need more information or have questions, please contact neighbourhoods@cochrane.ca.  
  • We recommend you submit your application no later than three weeks before your block party.  

For more information on hosting your party in a public park, visit Community event planning. 

To close a public road, you must submit a Street Use Permit application

Applications open in April and bookings are available mid-May through mid-October.   

Community block party trailer

The community block party trailer comes with everything you need to host a block party all in one convenient trailer to set up on your street.  For a full list of what's inside, review the FAQs below. 

Trailer booking process 

You can request the use of the Community Block Party Trailer while scheduling your block party with Family and Community Support Services (FCSS). You must provide your own towing vehicle.

Complete the Block Party Request form

FAQs