Throwing a Block Party in New York City
- How to Apply for a Block Party Permit
Do you have questions about how to get a City permit for your block party? Don’t know who to call first? Check out Eight Steps to Throw a Great Block Party.
- Find Your Community Board or Precinct
Not sure who your Community Board is, or which precinct you’re in? Find out here.
- Check Your Community Board’s Requirements
Each local community board can impose their own rules for block party applicataions. Check your board’s requirements here.
- Contact Your Community Board
Found out which community board’s district you’re in, but don’t know how to get a hold of them? Don’t worry: just look here!
- How to Make Your Block Party Great
If you’re new to the world of block party planning, don’t fret: take some tips from the pros! Experienced planners tackle everything from what to grill to how to decorate. Take a look
How Block Party NYC Can Help
- Let NYC Know You’re Having a Party!
Hosting a block party and want a place to post your party info, photos and announcements? Look no further! Just add it to the website
- Block Party NYC Mini-Grants
Block Party NYC is a new program that is giving people around NYC the resources to grow the block party tradition, and helping neighbors celebrate their streets as truly livable spaces through our mini-grant program. To apply or find out more, please check here.
- Still Have Questions?
We’re here to help. Drop us an email at info@blockpartynyc.org, and we’ll do our best to track down the answers you’re looking for.


