Webinar: Special Event Planning and Risk Management

May 19, 2027
1-2pm

Learn how to identify, assess, and manage the risks associated with festivals, parades, races, concerts, sporting events, and other public gatherings through effective planning, coordination, and risk control strategies.

Audience – Risk Management/Police

Registration Link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TDar1a-PQcW4B6RBt1mDeg

Special events can bring communities together, but they also introduce unique safety, security, operational, and liability challenges. This session will provide practical guidance for planning and managing the risks associated with festivals, parades, races, concerts, sporting events, holiday celebrations, and other public gatherings.

Participants will learn how to conduct risk assessments, coordinate with public safety and community partners, manage vendors and contractors, address crowd management concerns, develop emergency action plans, and ensure appropriate insurance and contractual protections are in place. The session will also cover traffic control, severe weather planning, incident documentation, and other risk management strategies that help protect attendees, staff, volunteers, and public assets while supporting successful and enjoyable events.