Special Events Handbook

The Special Events handbook was designed to assist in planning festivals and events in the City of Tempe. This handbook will assist you with information on Tempe event venues, directions on how to file applications for event permits and licenses, and answers to questions about security, emergency medical services, clean-up, insurance requirements, and more.

 

The Complete Special Events Handbook
 
  Section 1 - Special Event Permits
Fees, application process, and special event task force
  Section 2 - Timeline
Timeline for planning your special event in the City of Tempe
  Section 3 - Alcohol Beverage Control
Liquor permits, policies, application process, and fees
  Section 4 - Street Closures/Restrictions
ADOT permits, process, and timeline
  Section 5 - Clean-up Plan
Event clean-up plan, policies, and fees
  Section 6 - Electrical Services
Electrical regulations and availability
  Section 7 - Emergency Medical Services
EMS fees and requirements
  Section 8 - Fireworks
Fireworks and pyrotechnic display rules and procedures
  Section 9 - Health Permits
Maricopa County Health Department requirements
  Section 10 - Insurance Requirements
Insurance limits, requirements, and additional
  Section 11 - Equipment Rentals
Showmobile fees, bleachers, and portable restrooms
  Section 12 - Security
Off-duty police officers, fees, and security requirements
  Section 13 - Signs/Course Markings
Sign requirements, approve course markings, and banners
  Section 14 - Site Maps
Site map information
  Section 15 - Tents
Tent permits, temporary structures, beer gardens, and more
  Section 16 - Vending (Tax & Licensing)
Event sponsors, promoters, vendors, and other sales
  Section 17 - Task Force Members
Special event task force members and phone numbers
  Section 18 - Special Event Fees
Application fees, rental fees, and all other fees

 

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