TapMpls Water Fountains

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  • Apply for permit at least 4 weeks prior to the event.
  • The event must take place in Minneapolis between April 15 and October 15.
  • Fountains are not available for events on: Memorial Day weekend; Juneteenth or Juneteenth weekend; Independence Day or Independence Day weekend; and Labor Day weekend.
  • Fountains are for drinking water only. If you need water for another purpose such as hand washing, preparing food or drinks, cleaning, etc., complete a hydrant or temporary meter permit application.
  • If you have questions, please email tapmplsWTDS@minneapolismn.gov.


Large event exception: If your event is anticipated to have 10,000 or more attendees, requests for trailers for holidays will be considered but cannot be guaranteed and special conditions for trailer security and operation may be required.

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Portable Drinking Water Fountain Rules & Disclaimer

1. Portable drinking water fountains are to be installed by Public Works Water Treatment and Distribution Services Division personnel and shall not be tampered with or moved without permission.


2. If a Portable Water Drinking Fountain is out of order, it must be reported immediately to the City (612-673-5600).


3. The hydrant shall only be operated using the equipment issued by the City of Minneapolis. Unless a new application is approved and a new permit is obtained, all equipment must be returned to the City on the end date of the event as noted on this application. Non-compliance may result in charges for equipment replacement.


4. The applicant is required to secure the Portable Water Drinking Fountains if they are left on-site overnight.


5. If the hydrant or City issued equipment is altered, misused, or damaged, the equipment will be confiscated by the City, the permit will be cancelled, and the approved application will be voided. An unauthorized water usage penalty may also be charged if applicable.


6. The City reserves the rights to terminate this permit at any time.


7. The City is not responsible for any damages that may result from the use of fire hydrant.

By submitting this application, I agree to abide by the rules and disclaimers listed above.

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