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Hosting an Event in Tempe
The City of Tempe's special events are what make this city fun and unique. This page will provide guidelines and requirements for putting on an event within the City of Tempe. If your organization wants to host a festival or special event in the City of Tempe you can find all of the information to get started in the Special Events Permit Process Brochure and Handbook below.
Special Event applications must be submitted 60 days prior to your event.
Events with liquor held on any ASU property must first start the process with ASU’s Risk Management Department. Please refer to the following link: Alcohol permits | Arizona State University (asu.edu).
Special Event applications and Film Permit applications are to be submitted through our online system. To apply, please follow these steps:
- Begin an online Special Event Application at least 60 days in advance of your event. For the online Film Permit apply 7 days in advance.
- Create a Username & Password, or log in to your existing account
- Complete the application. Upload any required documents. Click "Submit."
- Applicants will then receive a confirmation email that the application was received. Please note that submittal of an application DOES NOT constitute approval of the event or film permit. You will receive an email if your application will not move forward for approval.
Please reach out to the Special Events Office, 480-350-5180, if you have questions during the application process.
Applicants can check the status of their permit at any time by clicking the "My Applications" tab of the EventApp or FilmApp account. Please see the links below for additional documentation.