FAQ

What Permits will/ may I need?

City of Roanoke Assembly Permit Application
Park/ plaza reservation request
Amphitheater reservation request
Map of event site
Certificate of liability insurance for most events
Parking Lease Applications for the City of Roanoke and Car Park.
City of Roanoke Health Department Temporary Food Vendor applications and Coordinator’s Checklist
City of Roanoke Alcohol Application
Itinerant Merchant Business License
Virginia Department of ABC application
Mobile Stage Application
Banner Permit and list of available space and specific building owners
A list of important contacts for event planning, rentals, and assistance needs.
Mandatory Rules and Guidelines for Downtown Events
Tax information

How Much will it Cost?

Use of a City of Roanoke Park or Plaza:
Refundable Deposit:
$100 (non-alcohol related events)
$200 (alcohol related events)
Use of a City of Roanoke Park or Plaza for more than 8 hours:
$150
Use of City of Roanoke Lot or Garage:
$150 usage fee
$500 refundable bond
Use of Elmwood Park Amphitheater:
$250
Use of City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Mobile Stage:
$900 non-profit; $1,200 for-profit
City of Roanoke Alcohol Application Fee:
$50
Virginia Department of ABC Application Fee:
$55
City of Roanoke Temporary Food Vendor License:
$40 per vendor (payable by vendor OR organization)
Boundary Fencing for ABC or Admissions Control:
$250 Non-profit organization, $500 For-profit Company
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