Special Events, Craft Shows & Trade Shows
The operator of a swap meet, flea market, fair, carnival, festival, circus or other transient selling event is required to maintain a current list of vendors conducting business on the premises as sellers. (21)
Contact: Arizona Department of Revenue: Special Events, Craft Shows & Trade Shows
To use state highway right of way for a special event, a Special Event Permit is required and certain requirements must be met.
There are many types of special events. They include parades and processions, races and tours, rest-area coffee breaks, and placement of banners and decorations. (21)
Contact: Arizona Department of Transportation, Intermodal Transportation Division, Special Event Permits, 602.712.7386
If you plan to provide security guard services at a public or private event, you may be subject to security guard/agency licensing from the Arizona Department of Public Safety. For more information, see the Security Guard/Security Guard Agency page in the Checklist Program. (21)
Additional Information:
Arizona Commerce Authority, Arizona Assets Map: Interactive tool with more than 19 searchable categories, including Culture: Farmers' Markets. (21)
Arizona Office of Tourism, Visit Arizona, Calendar of Events: Statewide calendar allows you to search for events by keyword, city, date(s), and type of event. Includes option to submit an event. (21)