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Special Event Support from the City
For calendar year 2026, the City has budgeted $25,000 from the General Fund to support non-profits with their upcoming special event. The Special Event Support Review Committee has made funding recommendations, and staff will bring a report to the City Council on January 12, 2026 for their review. Stay tuned!
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Special Events
If you're planning a Special Event, please contact the City of Simi Valley's Customer Services Division at (805) 583-6736 to determine what you need and how the City can assist you.
To get started, complete a Special Event Permit form electronically or you may download the Special Event Permit Application and submit in person or via email.Applications MUST be submitted 45 days before the event, with a completed vendor list submitted two weeks before the event.
Welcome Corner Temporary Banner
You may apply to hang a temporary banner on the City-owned Welcome Corner at the northeast corner of Los Angeles Avenue and Madera Road. The 2-foot by 6-foot sign must be installed and removed by the applicant or organizer of the Special Event, and a Hold Harmless Agreement must be signed. SVMC S 9-37.070.F.2 allows posting of charitable commercial signs for up to 30 days and an image of the sign must be included with the application.
Promote Your Special Event
List your special event for free on the Community Events Calendar provided by the Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce.
You do not need to be a Chamber member to list your event.
Contact
To learn more about City support for special events, please email the City Manager's Office or call (805) 583-6701.
