Plan Your Event
EVENT ORDINANCE
With its charm, convenient location and natural beauty, Clay County has everything you need to make your next event one to remember. Nestled along the banks of the St. Johns River, Clay County is home to distinctive yet equally charming areas and neighborhoods, each brimming with opportunities for entertainment. Centrally located just a short drive from Jacksonville and St. Augustine, getting here is easy and an unforgettable experience is guaranteed. Explore scenic trails, native wildlife and sparkling waterways, with rich history, small-town charm and all-day adventures around every turn
Explore Clay County
Whether you’re looking to plan an event or attend one, we invite you to explore Clay County, including local shops, restaurants, events, museums, hotels and more.
EXPLORE HOTELS
Whether a solo getaway or for an event, check out some of the relaxing hotel accommodations around Clay County.
EXPLORE VENUES
For larger events or even smaller reunions, Clay County has venues of all sizes to meet the needs for your crowd.
EXPLORE EVENTS
Visit the online Special Events Calendar to review the availability of your requested date(s) and ensure they align with your event plans.
Event Resources & Applications
Set the stage for unexpected connections by making sure you’ve dotted the i’s and crossed the t’s long before your first guest arrives. Find everything you need below, including event ordinances, food and alcohol permits, road closure permits and more, to help your event go off without a hitch.
Each community has their own personality and their own way of doing things. Events are no different. We’ve made it easier for you to work with all the areas of Clay County for your event by connecting you to their event permits. Click to Download
By Community
Download and complete the Event Details Form and then fill out the Event Permit Application.
Clay County
City of Green Cove Springs
City of Keystone Heights
Town of Orange Park
Apply Online
ADDITIONAL EVENT RESOURCES YOU MAY NEED
There are so many details that go into making an event successful. Whether you are including amusement rides or fireworks, plan to server alcohol at your event or need to find a company that can help with waste management, the list below may be some of your best resources for running a successful event.
Event Permits:
Clay County
City of Green Cove Springs
City of Keystone Heights
Town of Orange Park
Road Closure Requests:
Do you need to close a road for your event, but aren’t sure what to do? Please use these resources to assist you in having a safe event.
State or Federal Road – Complete the form, then FDOT, if approved, will send to the Board of County Commissioners for final approval.
Food & Beverage
Department of Business & Professional Regulation
Restaurants
Alcohol Permits
Temporary Permit or Special Sales License (ODP or SSL)
Temporary Convention Permit (TCP)
Waste & Recycling Management
Special Permits
What to do
Step away from the hustle and bustle and unwind in Clay County with events suited for everyone from families to solo travelers.
Where to dine
Find your next meal with ease. Clay County offers dining for every occasion—and every budget—big or small.
Where to Stay
Hotels, motels, B&Bs and RV parks, Clay County has something to suit the travel needs of everyone from adventure-seekers to relaxers.
