Sports Fields

Sports fields can be reserved for Mission Viejo residents by obtaining a permit.  Please view the Sports Field Use and Allocation Policy and appropriate rates for user groups.

Sports fields are allocated and permitted in two (2) seasons. February through July encompasses the spring season and from September through December encompasses the fall season. The City maintains the right to adjust season dates to facilitate required field maintenance and field rest. Priority will be given to Mission Viejo user groups and non-profit organizations. Submission of an Application and Agreement Request does not constitute approval.

Field Permit Requests

For field permit requests, please complete this online application for this current season. Liability insurance will be required for any organized group obtaining a permit. Attendance must be accurate to determine if park facility will accommodate your event.

Spring 2026 allocation window will open on Monday, November 4 at 9am. The window of allocation will close on Friday, November 28. 

Inclement Weather Policy

The City of Mission Viejo reserves the right to cancel or suspend Field Use Permits when field conditions could result in injury to players or cause damage to the fields. Permits may also be canceled when the health and safety of participants are threatened due to impending conditions, including but not limited to, rain, muddy conditions, smog alerts, smoke, extreme heat, maintenance issues, lightening and earthquakes.

During inclement weather, City staff will assess the playability of all City-owned and Joint Use fields. The City’s MV Life app and online field status page will be updated by 2:00 p.m. on inclement weather days. It is the responsibility of the permit holder to obtain status and notify participants.

Special Event Requests

Parks and Sports fields can be reserved for special events if permitted. Please submit a request by completing this online application. Attendance must be accurate to determine if park facility will accommodate your event.

Tournament Requests

Use of City sports parks for an organized tournament is not permitted without an approved City of Mission Viejo Facility Rental Agreement. Please submit a tournament request by completing this online application. All general rules and reservation procedures as specified in the Sports Field Use and Allocation Policy are applicable during tournaments. Prior City approval is required and must be included on the Field Use Permit to sell food, use food trucks, use a snack bar and/or barbeque. Priorities for tournament reservations are granted to City Programs and Category I / II Youth Sports Organizations. All tournament fees are payable in full within ten (10) working days of notice of approval of a Field Use Permit. A deposit of $150 is due per tournament permitted.