Special Use Permit: Theater

No Special Use Permits Issued Until Further Notice

Following guidance from the CDC and state and local public health authorities, special park use permits will not be issued until further notice. This includes permits to use the theater or hold special events on the grounds. The visitor center and grounds are open for regular use. Please refer to the superintendent's compendium for details.

 

Applications to use the theater at Chamizal National Memorial are accepted only during three specific booking periods each year:

• January 1 - February 15
  Application forms and instructions are available January 1st and must be returned by February 15th for events to be scheduled during June - September of the same calendar year. Confirmations are sent by mid-March.
• May 1 - June 15
  Application forms and instructions are available May 1st and must be returned by June 15th for events to be scheduled during October of the same year through January of the following year. Confirmations are sent by mid-July.
• September 1 - October 15
  Application forms and instructions are available September 1st and must be returned by October 15th for events to be scheduled during February through May of the following year. Confirmations are sent by mid-November.

All forms must be submitted by mail and include a check or money order for the non-refundable $50.00 processing fee. A completed cultural justification questionnaire (included in the booking packet) explaining how the proposed event corresponds to the Memorial's mission must also be submitted.

Upon selection, an additional $50.00 will be charged for the Special Use Permit. Any additional charges, including overtime or damage, will be billed to the permit holder under the Cost Recovery Program. The Booking Packet includes details and forms for reserving the theater.