Form Center

By signing in or creating an account, some fields will auto-populate with your information.

Special Event Application

  1. Special Event Permit Application
  2. Event Details
  3. (Purpose)

  4. Social Media, posters/flyers, press releases, newspaper ads, website, etc.

  5. Is this an Annual Event?*
  6. Total attendance includes event crew, participants and spectators


  7. Total attendance includes event crew, participants and spectators

  8. Staff/Volunteers, Performers, Vendors, etc.

  9. Paper application, online registration, etc.

  10. Is there a participant registration fee?*
  11. For Example: Local musicians only; Puppet Show on a 10x15ft portable stage; Live band with amps, speakers, and microphones; Multiple bands with opening acts and a headliner; colored lighting and smoke machine; etc.

  12. Soundcheck, performance timeline, etc.

  13. City Services
  14. (please note that City will determine final requirements regarding requests)
  15. Street Closure Request?*
  16. Closure of Parking Lot for use Request?*
  17. I understand that at least one officer is required for a special event at the rate of $55 per hour with a four hour minimum*
  18. Will you request more than one on site Police personnel during the event?*

    (note that City will determine final number of personnel required)

  19. (note that City will determine number of personnel required)

  20. Are there any requests for on site Fire, EMT or Ocean Rescue personnel during the event?*

    (note that City will determine final number of personnel required)

  21. Event Infrastructure Requests:*

    (note that City will determine the quantity required)

  22. Does your event have electrical needs?*
  23. Will your event have amusement rides?*
  24. Will alcoholic beverages be served during the event?*

    (If Yes, liquor liability insurance must be included on the COI)

  25. Will there be any tents, stages, or other structures larger than 10ft x 10ft?*
  26. Will your event have vendors?*
  27. Will your event have food trucks?*

    Requires inspection to be scheduled with Fire Department prior to event start 

  28. Are you requesting the City to activate the control zone for this event?*
  29. Additional City Permits
  30. Other Permits
  31. Permit Requirements
  32. I understand the permit application fee must be paid*
  33. The COI (Certificate of Insurance) must provide a policy limit of no less than $1,000,000.00 with the City of Tybee Island listed as additional insured and certificate holder 

    *If you do not have a COI at the time of application submission, proof that you are able to obtain a COI may be provided

  34. Do you have additional Event Liability Insurance other than the COI required with the City?*
  35. Include the name and address of all natural persons or organizations controlling at least five percent stake in the event
  36. Indemnification Agreement and Acceptance to Adhere to Application Requirements*

    I, individually and as the Agent representing the Event Organization, do hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless the City of Tybee island, Georgia, its officers, agents, employees and contractors from and against any and all loss, damage, claim, demand, liability or expense by reason of any damage or injury to property or person which may be claimed to have arisen as a result of or in connection with the occupancy or use of listed event premises during the time period of said event. 

    Such obligation to indemnify and hold harmless shall continue notwithstanding any negligence or comparative negligence on the part of the City relating to such loss or damage, except for loss or damage arising from the sole negligence or willful misconduct or gross negligence of the city, and shall include all costs, expenses and liabilities incurred by the City in connection with any such claim, suit, action or cause of action, including the investigation thereof and the defense of any action or proceeding brought thereon and any other judgment or decree which may be entered in any such action or proceeding or as a result thereof. These provisions shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of the use of premises. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to affect in any way the City’s rights, privileges, and immunities as set forth in Georgia Statutes and/or the Constitution of the State of Georgia.

  37. Is today's date within 6 months of your event date?*

    *special event applications may be submitted no sooner than six months before the opening of the event to the public

  38. Is today's date at least 60 days prior to your event date?*

    *special event applications may be submitted no less than 60 days before the opening of the event to the public.

  39. Leave This Blank:

  40. This field is not part of the form submission.