UAE: How to reserve park, garden area for events in Abu Dhabi for free

It is prohibited to use facilities for commercial purposes or community events prior to obtaining approval

Published: Thu 28 Nov 2024, 11:19 AM

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Parks and gardens are open to the public in UAE during all seasons. Residents often flock to these natural havens as temperatures drop to enjoy barbecues and spend quality time with family and friends.

Many even choose to keep events and celebrate special occasions under the trees' shade. In Abu Dhabi, residents can reserve areas in parks and gardens for events.

To ensure the public is following a set of rules and there is no overcrowding, the emirate has set in place a process for residents to get permits to celebrate occasions in these public areas.

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It is important to remember that visiting hours in Al Ain parks are from 5pm to 9pm.

Here is a simple guide to getting the permit.

Documents required

The permit can be applied for through Abu Dhabi's TAMM platform. Applicants must submit the following documents when applying for the permit:

Declaration and pledge
Official letter

How much does a permit cost?

It is free of cost to get the permit.

Steps to get the permit

Those interested must first log into the platform using UAE PASS.
Residents can then submit the application along with the required documents.
They will then receive the booking confirmation.

To make a reservation, applicants will have to firstly select from the type of entity. This ranges from individuals and schools to private and government companies.

They will then have to specify which area they would like to host the event in. This shows options between three municipalities - Abu Dhabi City Municipality, Al Ain City Municipality and Al Dhafra Region Municipality.

The platform then provides a list of parks and gardens in the chosen municipality that applicants can select from.

They will then be asked to select a date and time during which they want to hold the event.

After making the reservation, applicants will be redirected to a form where they have to fill out all the required details and submit necessary documents. Lastly, they will be required to confirm their submission.

The entire process takes up to six minutes through the website and application.

Rules and regulations to remember

Applicants must adhere by the following rules and regulations to ensure they maintain the park's facilities and hygiene for other visitors as well.

It is prohibited to use facilities for commercial purposes or community events prior to obtaining the approval.
Visitors must maintain the safety and hygiene of the venue.
In case of any damages to the venue, applicants will have to bear the penalties.
Applicants must avoid using the permit for propaganda or advertising.
Applicants must only commit to the specific sites identified.
Visitors must adhere to deadlines issued by the competent authority.
Visitors must also adhere to customs, traditions and discipline specified by the venue.
Reservation time permitted in any park shall not exceed two hours.
Visitors must provide the pre-booking application to be allowed entry.

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