Block Parties

Block parties are a great way to connect with your neighbours and have fun. Fill out and email the Block Party Application Form. If you have any questions, please contact Licencing Administration.

How to apply to host a block party

Contact the Clerk's Office.
We will tell you what areas will be affected so you can fill out the neighbourhood consent form. This is to show that most of your neighbours want to join in the fun.
Complete the Block Party Application online with a filing fee of $5.00 at least four (4) weeks before your block party. You could also use the printable version of the Block Party Guidelines and Application Package and submit it in-person or by mail to the Clerk's Office at Town Hall.
Once approved, we will let you know how to arrange for street barricades.
Plan your party and have fun!

A hold harmless clause is required that will release the Town from any liability.
Do not drink alcohol on public lands.
No loud music
No fireworks (unless authorized)

Fees cannot be charged for admission.
To stop vehicles from entering the area, event organizers must protect the roadways with barriers capable of stopping an on-coming vehicle.
Street barricades are provided free of charge. All barricades needed for your road closure will be delivered by the Operations – Recreation/Roads Department(s) at an agreed upon location for pick-up and drop off.
Remove the barricades after your event and return to the pick-up location.
Keep barricades in a safe place until the road closure begins and after it is finished.
Organizers will be invoiced for any lost or damaged barricades.
Close the road using the barricades provided.
We approve block parties on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and/or Statutory holidays.
Organizers are liable for any damage to public property.
In the event of an emergency, ensure all streets are accessible to emergency vehicles.
Ensure that you or your designate are available to the OPP and Town of Arnprior staff, and present during the event.
Remove all garbage, recycling and composting immediately after the event is finished.
Carry out the block party according to Arnprior By-laws and applicable Federal, Provincial legislation and regulations.

Be safe. For example, keep barbecues away from activities for children.
Think about the environment:
- Promote the event by using email or word of mouth
- Use 100% recycled content paper for posters
- Avoid the use of Styrofoam. It is not recyclable.
- Recycle and Compost whatever you can!
Post signs the day before reminding everyone to remove cars and that the street will be closed.