# Permits for vendor markets, city by city Running a vendor market usually takes four sets of approvals: an event permit for the organizer, business or vendor licenses for sellers, sales tax registration with the state, and temporary food permits for anyone selling food. Every requirement below comes from an official government page. ## DC, Maryland and Virginia - [Washington, DC](https://bzar.app/permits/washington-dc): To run a vendor market in Washington, DC, the organizer needs a Special Event License from the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection, plus Mayor's Special Events Task Group review if streets close. The organizer registers the event and files vendor lists with the Office of Tax and Revenue. Food vendors follow DC Health rules; vendors collect sales tax. - [Annapolis, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/annapolis-md): In Annapolis, an organizer files a Special Events application with the City through its Citizen Self Service portal, and the city's Recreation and Parks page says to apply at least four weeks ahead. Food vendors need an Anne Arundel County Health Department temporary license, and vendors need a Maryland trader's license and sales tax license. - [Anne Arundel County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/anne-arundel-county-md): In Anne Arundel County, MD, a Special Events Permit from the Licensing Division is needed for events of 500 or more people that use public streets or property, block traffic, or need extra county services, applied for 90 days ahead. Food vendors need a Health Department temporary license, and vendors need Maryland trader's and sales tax licenses. - [Baltimore, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/baltimore-md): To run a vendor market in Baltimore, apply to the Department of Transportation's Special Events team at least six weeks ahead for public events, or to Housing and Community Development for a temporary event permit on private property. Food vendors need a Baltimore City Health Department temporary food license, and all vendors need Maryland sales tax and trader's licenses. - [Baltimore County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/baltimore-county-md): In Baltimore County, MD, a for-profit vendor market or craft show needs a Public Exhibition License (apply to Permits, Approvals and Inspections 60 days ahead); nonprofit events use a free Gathering Permit filed 14 days ahead. Food vendors need a County Health temporary permit, and vendors need Maryland trader's and sales tax licenses. - [Bowie, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/bowie-md): In Bowie, an organizer needs a City special event permit for events in city parks, at city facilities or on city streets ($100 application fee, insurance naming the City, 750-person cap in parks). Vendors selling in city parks need a City concession permit and a Prince George's County Health permit, plus Maryland sales tax registration. - [Calvert County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/calvert-county-md): In Calvert County, MD, a public event on county park property needs a Special Event Permit from Parks and Recreation, applied for 60 days ahead. Tents over 150 square feet need inspections, food vendors apply to the Calvert County Health Department for a temporary food license, and vendors without a permanent account get a Comptroller temporary sales tax license. - [Carroll County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/carroll-county-md): In Carroll County, MD, an event that uses or affects county roads needs a Roadway Usage Permit for Special Events from Public Works, and food vendors apply for a temporary food permit through the Carroll County Health Department. Vendors without a permanent account need a Comptroller temporary sales tax license. Ask the county about zoning for markets on private land. - [Charles County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/charles-county-md): In Charles County, organizers of public vendor markets usually apply for a Public Event Permit through Planning and Growth Management at least 45 days ahead, while county park events go through Recreation, Parks & Tourism. Food vendors need a Charles County Health Department temporary food license, and vendors need a Maryland trader's license and sales tax registration. - [College Park, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/college-park-md): In College Park, MD, the City does not license businesses and its pages show no special event permit for markets. Residents can get street closing permits, organizers can request City fields by form, Prince George's County DPIE and Health Department permits apply, and vendors need Maryland trader's and sales tax licenses. - [Frederick, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/frederick-md): In the City of Frederick, a market on private property needs a Non-Large (under 2,000 people, 45 days ahead) or Large Event Permit (90 days) from the Building Department; public property and street closures go through Parks and Recreation or Engineering. Vendors need a city Vendor/Peddler license, a County Health food permit and Maryland sales tax registration. - [Frederick County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/frederick-county-md): In Frederick County, MD, an organizer on private land usually needs a Temporary Outdoor Activity Permit from Planning and Permitting and sends the Fire Marshal an event form and site plan. Food vendors need a County Health Department temporary food permit, and vendors without a permanent account get a temporary sales tax license from the Comptroller. - [Gaithersburg, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/gaithersburg-md): In Gaithersburg, organizers of outdoor markets that affect streets, sidewalks or public land need a Special Event Permit from the City's Parks, Recreation & Culture department, filed two to three months ahead. Food vendors need a Montgomery County special food event license, and vendors need a Maryland trader's license and sales tax registration. - [Greenbelt, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/greenbelt-md): In Greenbelt, MD, any special event on City park property needs a City permit limited to Greenbelt residents, and the park rules bar selling items, tents, food trucks and generators, so parks do not suit a vendor market. Selling in the City needs a City peddler permit, plus County food permits and Maryland trader's and sales tax licenses. - [Hagerstown, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/hagerstown-md): In Hagerstown, MD, an event that uses city property, is advertised, or affects streets needs a Special Event Permit, requested 3 to 6 months ahead, and events over 50 people need a $50 Assembly Permit from the Fire Marshal. Vendors need a City Clerk vendor permit and a Maryland sales tax account; food vendors need a county Health Department permit. - [Harford County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/harford-county-md): In Harford County, MD, a public event needs a Public Event Request Form filed with Planning and Zoning at least 60 days ahead, plus a zoning certificate; events over 2,000 spectators also need a county concert/event permit. Food vendors need a Health Department temporary food license, and vendors without a permanent account get a Comptroller temporary sales tax license. - [Howard County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/howard-county-md): In Howard County, MD, a special event permit from the County Police is needed if the event closes a road or reroutes traffic, applied for at least 60 days ahead. Every food vendor needs a Health Department temporary food license, applied for two weeks ahead, and vendors need a Maryland trader's license and sales tax license. - [Hyattsville, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/hyattsville-md): In Hyattsville, MD, a flea or vendor market sale needs a City Temporary Sales License ($8 in person, $10 online), vendors at city special events need a temporary vending permit, and businesses need an annual City business license. Food vendors need Prince George's County Health permits, and vendors need Maryland trader's and sales tax licenses. - [Laurel, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/laurel-md): In Laurel, an organizer of a special event on any street, sidewalk or city property files with Parks and Recreation ($75, 60 to 180 days ahead). Vendors need a City vending license, food vendors need a Prince George's County Health permit, and vendors need Maryland sales tax and trader's licenses. - [Montgomery County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/montgomery-county-md): In Montgomery County, MD, an organizer of a public vendor market applies to the Department of Permitting Services for a Special Event permit at least 30 days ahead. Food vendors need a Special Food Event license from the county health department. Vendors need a Maryland trader's license and a sales tax license, and the Comptroller requires promoters to collect them. - [Ocean City, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/ocean-city-md): In Ocean City, MD, a private event on public property or needing town support requires a Private Event Application to the Special Events Department at least 90 days ahead, with Mayor and Council approval. Tents over 200 square feet need a Fire Marshal tent/special event permit, and food vendors need a Worcester County Health Department temporary food license. - [Prince George's County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/prince-georges-county-md): In Prince George's County, MD, an organizer holding a vendor market with tents, stages, generators or food needs a Special Event Temporary Use and Occupancy Permit from DPIE, applied for about 45 days ahead. Food vendors need a Health Department temporary food permit, and vendors need a Maryland trader's license and sales tax license. - [Rockville, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/rockville-md): To run a vendor market in Rockville, MD, an organizer using city parks or Town Center needs a Public Event License from the Recreation and Parks Special Events office, applied for 90 to 120 days ahead with a $50 fee. Food vendors need a Montgomery County Special Food Event License, and vendors need Maryland trader's and sales tax licenses. - [Salisbury, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/salisbury-md): In Salisbury, MD, an organizer submits an event request through the city's Downtown event page at least 30 days ahead, with insurance for groups over 200 and a recycling plan, and pays city street or park rental fees. Mobile vendors and transient merchants need a city license, and food vendors need a Wicomico County Health Department temporary food license. - [St. Mary's County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/st-marys-county-md): In St. Mary's County, MD, an event in a county park starts with a Park Reservation Request to Recreation and Parks at least 30 days ahead, with insurance naming the county. Park vendors file a vendor application, food vendors need a Health Department temporary food permit, and other vendors get a Comptroller temporary sales tax license. - [Takoma Park, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/takoma-park-md): In Takoma Park, MD, selling merchandise on City property is prohibited outside scheduled City events. Street closures need a City permit or Council approval, vendors selling food and beverages need the City's $75 Fixed Location Vendor Permit, food sellers need a Montgomery County license, and vendors need Maryland trader's and sales tax licenses. - [Washington County, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/washington-county-md): In Washington County, MD, an event in a county park needs a Special Event Permit from Parks and Recreation, applied for three to six months ahead with insurance naming the county. Food vendors need a $25 temporary food license from the Washington County Health Department, and vendors without a permanent account get a Comptroller temporary sales tax license. - [Westminster, MD](https://bzar.app/permits/westminster-md): In Westminster, MD, an event on public streets needs a Special Event/Parade Permit from the City Clerk's Office, filed online about 14 business days ahead. The city also issues a $100 Peddlers and Solicitors License, food vendors go through the Carroll County Health Department, and vendors without a permanent account need a Comptroller temporary sales tax license. - [Alexandria, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/alexandria-va): In Alexandria, VA, a special event permit from the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities is required for events in city parks or with more than 500 expected attendees, and applications are due about six months ahead. Food vendors need an Alexandria Health Department temporary event permit, and vendors report Virginia sales tax. Confirm details with each office. - [Arlington County, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/arlington-county-va): In Arlington County, VA, a public event needs a Special Event application to the County's Special Events office at least 90 days ahead, plus fire, inspection and park approvals as needed. Food vendors need Arlington Public Health temporary food licensing, the sponsor holds a county business license, and vendors report Virginia sales tax. Confirm with each office. - [Fairfax (City), VA](https://bzar.app/permits/fairfax-va): In the City of Fairfax, VA, a special events permit from Parks and Recreation is required at least 90 business days ahead, and Zoning issues a Temporary Use Permit for temporary events. Food vendors need a Fairfax County Health Department temporary food permit, vendors report Virginia sales tax, and sellers need City licensing. Confirm with each office. - [Fairfax County, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/fairfax-county-va): For a market on private property in Fairfax County, VA, the organizer applies to Zoning for a special event administrative permit in the PLUS portal. Food vendors need a Health Department temporary food establishment permit, vendors report Virginia sales tax, and sellers may need county business or solicitor licensing. Confirm with each office. - [Falls Church, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/falls-church-va): In Falls Church, VA, an event on City property, public roads or parks needs a Special Event Permit Application submitted at least 90 days ahead. Food vendors need a Fairfax County Health Department temporary food permit, vendors report Virginia sales tax, and for-profit vendors may need a City business license. Confirm details with each office. - [Fauquier County, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/fauquier-county-va): In Fauquier County, VA, an event on private land may need a Community Development zoning permit, and vendors need a county business license from the Commissioner of the Revenue. Food vendors apply for a $40 temporary food permit from the Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District, and vendors register for Virginia sales tax (ST-50). Confirm with the county. - [Fredericksburg, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/fredericksburg-va): To run a vendor market in Fredericksburg, VA, the organizer files a $25 Special Event Application with Parks, Recreation & Events at least 60 to 120 days ahead. Vendors need a city business license, food vendors need a $40 Rappahannock Health District permit, and Virginia sales tax applies. Tents and propane need fire inspection. - [Herndon, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/herndon-va): In Herndon, organizers of events on Town-controlled downtown sites file a Downtown Event Application ($50) by quarterly deadlines, carry at least $2 million in liability insurance, and obtain a Temporary Business license. Food vendors need a Fairfax County health permit, and vendors file Virginia temporary sales tax certificates (ST-50). - [Leesburg, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/leesburg-va): In Leesburg, organizers of events on Town streets, sidewalks or parks submit a Special Event Permit Proposal ($50) to Parks and Recreation at least 45 days ahead with $1 million of insurance. Vendors generally need a Leesburg business license, food vendors need a Loudoun County health permit, and Virginia temporary sales tax certificates (ST-50) apply. - [Loudoun County, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/loudoun-county-va): In Loudoun County, VA, most special events need a zoning special event permit applied for in LandMARC, plus Fire Marshal and Health Department approvals as needed. Organizers must file a vendor list with the Commissioner of the Revenue at least 14 days before the event, and vendors report Virginia sales tax. Confirm details with each office. - [Manassas, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/manassas-va): In Manassas, VA, an event on public property that includes for-profit activity needs a Police Department special events permit at least 45 days ahead. The organizer can buy an Umbrella License from the Commissioner of the Revenue covering all vendors, food vendors need a Prince William Health District temporary food permit, and vendors report Virginia sales tax. - [Manassas Park, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/manassas-park-va): In Manassas Park, VA, a temporary event may need a $175 Temporary Activity Permit from Public Works and Community Development, filed 10 working days ahead; city parks use a Parks and Recreation application and tents need a Fire Marshal permit. Vendors need a city business license, food vendors a Prince William Health District permit, and Virginia sales tax. - [Prince William County, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/prince-william-county-va): In Prince William County, VA, a market on private property needs a Temporary Activity Permit from the county, applied for about four weeks ahead. Food vendors apply to the Prince William Health District for a temporary food permit, selling businesses may need a county business license, and vendors report Virginia sales tax. Confirm details with each office. - [Spotsylvania County, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/spotsylvania-county-va): In Spotsylvania County, VA, festivals, car shows and parades need a Temporary Use Permit from the Zoning Office, and music or entertainment festivals need a Special Entertainment Event Permit from the Board of Supervisors, applied for 60 days ahead. Food vendors need a $40 Rappahannock Health District permit, and vendors file Virginia's ST-50 sales tax return. - [Stafford County, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/stafford-county-va): In Stafford County, VA, festivals, parades, street closures and events needing county public-safety resources go through the county's online Special Events Application at Fire and Rescue. Food vendors need a $40 Rappahannock Health District permit, vendors file Virginia's ST-50 sales tax return, and the county has no business license, only a business registration. - [Vienna, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/vienna-va): In Vienna, VA, a Special Event Permit from Planning and Zoning is needed for events on public property or with vendors, applied for 75 days ahead; Town Green events use a Parks and Recreation permit. Food vendors need a Fairfax County Health Department permit and pay Town meals tax, and vendors report Virginia sales tax. - [Winchester, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/winchester-va): In Winchester, VA, special event permits are filed through the city's OpenGov permit portal, and businesses selling in the city must hold a Winchester business license. Food vendors need a Lord Fairfax Health District temporary food permit ($40 statewide fee), and vendors without a permanent account file Virginia's ST-50 sales tax return. ## Alabama - [Birmingham, AL](https://bzar.app/permits/birmingham-al): To run a vendor market in Birmingham, the organizer applies to the Department of Transportation for street or public-space permits, adds a Fire Department application for open flames, and reserves parks through Parks and Recreation. Food vendors need a Jefferson County Department of Health permit; vendors need a city business license and Alabama sales tax license. - [Huntsville, AL](https://bzar.app/permits/huntsville-al): To run a vendor market in Huntsville, the organizer applies for a Special Event Permit through the Office of Special Events (no fee; 20 to 30 days ahead) and can buy one sponsor license covering all vendors. Vendors register for Alabama and Huntsville sales tax; food vendors need a Madison County Health Department permit. - [Mobile, AL](https://bzar.app/permits/mobile-al): To run a vendor market in Mobile, the organizer files a free Event Services application (120 days ahead), holds a Special Event Revenue License with a tax bond for vendors' sales taxes, and arranges Mobile County Health Department food permits. Vendors need a City of Mobile business license and an Alabama sales tax license. - [Montgomery, AL](https://bzar.app/permits/montgomery-al): In Montgomery, AL, organizers apply to the city's Special Events Department for a Public Assembly/Special Event permit (334-625-2105), and vendors need a city business license from License and Revenue, including a no-physical-location license for out-of-town sellers. Food vendors need a Montgomery County Health Department temporary food permit, and vendors register for Alabama sales tax. ## Alaska - [Anchorage, AK](https://bzar.app/permits/anchorage-ak): In Anchorage, the organizer applies for a Special Event Permit from Parks and Recreation, with $1 million liability insurance. Alaska has no state sales tax, and Anchorage lists only specific taxes (alcohol, marijuana, tobacco, room, vehicle rental), not a general one. Vendors need an Alaska business license; food vendors need an Anchorage temporary food permit. ## Arizona - [Chandler, AZ](https://bzar.app/permits/chandler-az): To run a vendor market in Chandler, an organizer applies through the Special Events Office: a Special Event Permit on public property, or a Temporary Sales and Promotional Event permit on private commercial property. Food vendors need Maricopa County Environmental Services permits, and sellers hold Arizona transaction privilege tax licenses. Confirm details with each office. - [Gilbert, AZ](https://bzar.app/permits/gilbert-az): In Gilbert, organizers apply for a Special Event Permit with Parks and Recreation at least 60 days ahead ($50 application plus $100 per day), and vendors need a Gilbert Business License or Transient Merchant License. Food vendors need Maricopa County temporary food permits, and vendors hold an Arizona transaction privilege tax license. - [Glendale, AZ](https://bzar.app/permits/glendale-az): To run a vendor market in Glendale, Arizona, an organizer needs a city Special Event Permit when the event affects public streets or sidewalks, uses city property for 500 or more people, or is open to the public on private property. Vendors need a Glendale business license and an Arizona TPT license, and food vendors need Maricopa County permits. - [Mesa, AZ](https://bzar.app/permits/mesa-az): To run a vendor market in Mesa, an organizer applies online for a Special Event License from the City of Mesa Special Events Office, which covers public or private property. Food vendors register through Maricopa County Environmental Services, and independent vendors need Arizona transaction privilege tax licenses with the Mesa region code. Confirm details with each office. - [Peoria, AZ](https://bzar.app/permits/peoria-az): In Peoria, AZ, an organizer applies for a special event through the city's online portal (public property) or a Temporary Use Permit (private property), ideally 60 days ahead. Organizers and vendors each need a Peoria business license, vendors hold an Arizona TPT license, and food vendors get Maricopa County Environmental Services temporary food permits. - [Phoenix, AZ](https://bzar.app/permits/phoenix-az): To run a vendor market in Phoenix, an organizer needs a street closure permit from the Streets Department or a Parks special event permit for public land, or zoning and Fire Department approvals on private property. Food vendors register through Maricopa County Environmental Services, and sellers hold Arizona transaction privilege tax licenses. Confirm details with each office. - [Scottsdale, AZ](https://bzar.app/permits/scottsdale-az): To run a vendor market in Scottsdale, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit through the city's SPUR portal (a simple permit on private property, a standard permit on public property). Food vendors need Maricopa County Environmental Services permits, and all vendors need an Arizona TPT license with the Scottsdale region code. Confirm details with each office. - [Tempe, AZ](https://bzar.app/permits/tempe-az): In Tempe, AZ, an event organizer applies online to the Special Events Office for a special event permit at least 60 days ahead. Vendors need a Tempe General Business License plus an Arizona transaction privilege tax license, promoters keep a vendor list, and food vendors get temporary food permits from Maricopa County Environmental Services. - [Tucson, AZ](https://bzar.app/permits/tucson-az): To run a vendor market in Tucson, an organizer applies to the City of Tucson Special Events office at least 60 days ahead for events with tents, food vendors, street closures or over 200 people. Food vendors get Pima County temporary food permits, vendors need a Tucson business license and Arizona transaction privilege tax registration. Confirm details with each office. ## Arkansas - [Little Rock, AR](https://bzar.app/permits/little-rock-ar): To run a vendor market in Little Rock, the organizer submits a Special Event Request to Parks and Recreation for park sites and registers as a promoter with the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. Food vendors need an Arkansas Department of Health temporary food permit, and vendors need a City of Little Rock business license. ## California - [Anaheim, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/anaheim-ca): To run a vendor market in Anaheim, an organizer applies through Community Services for city parks or Planning for temporary activities on private property, plus an Anaheim Fire & Rescue event permit for tents over 400 square feet. Food sellers need Orange County health permits; vendors need an Anaheim business license and a California seller's permit. - [Bakersfield, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/bakersfield-ca): To run a vendor market in Bakersfield, the organizer needs a special event permit from the city Treasury Division if the event affects streets, sidewalks or other public places, plus a Kern County Environmental Health community event permit if food is sold. Vendors need a city business tax certificate and a California seller's permit from CDTFA. - [Berkeley, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/berkeley-ca): In Berkeley, a special event permit is required for gatherings of 50 or more people in a City park or any event on a City street or sidewalk, filed 30 to 60 days ahead. The organizer needs a business license, food booths need Berkeley Environmental Health permits, and merchandise vendors need a California seller's permit. - [Chula Vista, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/chula-vista-ca): In Chula Vista, organizers of events on public property apply for a Special Event Permit from the City's Office of Communications at least 45 days ahead and obtain a City business license through Finance. Food vendors need San Diego County temporary food permits, and vendors hold a California seller's permit from CDTFA. - [Fremont, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/fremont-ca): To run a vendor market in Fremont, an organizer applies to the city's Special Event Unit for a Special Event Permit, with new events due 6 months ahead. Vendors need a Fremont business tax certificate and a California seller's permit, and food booths need Alameda County Environmental Health temporary food permits. Tents over 400 square feet need a permit. - [Fresno, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/fresno-ca): To run a vendor market in Fresno, an organizer submits a Special Event Application to the City's Office of Special Events at least 60 days ahead, plus a Building and Safety event permit for tents, stages or generators. Food booths need Fresno County Environmental Health approval. Vendors need City business tax certificates and a California seller's permit. - [Glendale, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/glendale-ca): In Glendale, CA, organizers of events on city property such as parks, streets or sidewalks apply for a Special Event Permit through the GlendalePermits portal. Vendors selling taxable goods need a California seller's permit or temporary seller's permit, and events with food need Los Angeles County Public Health permits. Ask the city about business registration for visiting vendors. - [Huntington Beach, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/huntington-beach-ca): In Huntington Beach, events on public property such as parks, beaches, parking lots and streets need a special event permit from the Special Events Office, applied for at least 90 days ahead. Vendors need a city business license, food booths need Orange County Health Care Agency permits, and sellers need a California seller's permit. - [Irvine, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/irvine-ca): To run a vendor market in Irvine, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit with Facility Reservations, at least 30 days ahead for smaller events, and tents or cooking need an Orange County Fire Authority permit. Food sellers need Orange County health permits; vendors need an Irvine business license and a California seller's permit. - [Long Beach, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/long-beach-ca): To run a vendor market in Long Beach, the organizer applies to the city's Special Events & Filming office for a special event permit and holds a Long Beach business license. Vendors need a Special Event Vendor Permit and a California seller's permit from CDTFA, and food vendors and organizers need temporary food permits from the Long Beach Health Department. - [Los Angeles, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/los-angeles-ca): To run a vendor market in Los Angeles, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit through the Bureau of Street Services when the market uses the public right-of-way, and large tents need LADBS and LAFD approval. Food sellers need Los Angeles County Public Health permits. Vendors register for a City business tax certificate and a California seller's permit. - [Oakland, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/oakland-ca): To run a vendor market in Oakland, the organizer typically needs a Special Event Permit from the city's Economic & Workforce Development Department and an Oakland business license. Vendors need an Oakland business license or special event permit plus a California seller's permit, and food vendors and organizers need Alameda County Environmental Health permits. - [Palm Springs, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/palm-springs-ca): In Palm Springs, CA, organizers file a Special Event Application ($204 per the city FAQ) with the Special Events Coordinator at least six months ahead. Vendors, including out-of-town ones, need a Palm Springs business license from Finance & Treasury, a California seller's permit, and events with food need Riverside County Environmental Health permits. - [Pasadena, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/pasadena-ca): In Pasadena, public events in a park or street need a special event permit from the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Special Events Office, applied for 6 to 9 months ahead. Food booths need Pasadena Public Health permits, businesses need a city business license, and vendors need a California seller's permit from the CDTFA. - [Riverside, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/riverside-ca): To run a vendor market in the City of Riverside, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Division at least 60 days ahead, and every participating vendor needs a City business tax certificate and insurance. Food sellers need Riverside County Environmental Health permits, and vendors need a California seller's permit. - [Sacramento, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/sacramento-ca): To run a vendor market in Sacramento, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit from the city's Special Event Services when the event uses public streets or sidewalks or is a large public park event. Food booths need Sacramento County Environmental Management approval. Vendors need a City Business Operations Tax certificate and a California seller's permit. - [San Bernardino, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/san-bernardino-ca): In San Bernardino, a Special Event Permit from the Planning Division is required for gatherings of more than 100 people or lasting over three days, with insurance and county health and fire permits attached. Vendors need a city business registration certificate, food booths need San Bernardino County permits, and sellers need a California seller's permit. - [San Diego, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/san-diego-ca): To run a vendor market in San Diego, an organizer applies for a citywide Special Event Permit through the Office of Special Events and Filming when the market uses streets, parks or other city property. Food sellers need San Diego County temporary food permits, and vendors hold a City Business Tax Certificate and a California seller's permit. - [San Francisco, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/san-francisco-ca): To run a vendor market in San Francisco, an organizer starts with the city's event intake form, which lists the needed permits: SFMTA for street closures, Recreation and Park for parks, and a Fire Department permit for tents and cooking. Food booths need Department of Public Health temporary food permits. Vendors register their business and hold a California seller's permit. - [San Jose, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/san-jose-ca): To run a vendor market in San Jose, an organizer applies for an outdoor special event permit through the Office of Cultural Affairs, with fire, police and park fees set on the city's cost schedule. Food sellers need Santa Clara County temporary food permits. Vendors register for San Jose business tax and a California seller's permit. - [Santa Ana, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/santa-ana-ca): To run a vendor market in Santa Ana, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit through Parks, Recreation and Community Services at least 90 days ahead, and the city requires a Business License as part of the application when the event sells goods. Food sellers need Orange County health permits, and vendors need a California seller's permit. - [Santa Barbara, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/santa-barbara-ca): In Santa Barbara, events on City property or the public right of way need a Special Event Permit from Parks and Recreation, applied for up to 90 days ahead. Every vendor needs a One-Day Vendor License, food vendors need a Santa Barbara County health permit, and sellers need a California seller's permit. - [Santa Clarita, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/santa-clarita-ca): In Santa Clarita, events at city parks need a Special Event Permit and events on private property need a Temporary Use Permit. Food booths need Los Angeles County Public Health permits, the Fire Prevention office reviews events, and vendors need a California seller's permit. The city says it does not require its own business license. - [Stockton, CA](https://bzar.app/permits/stockton-ca): To run a vendor market on Stockton city property or streets, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit at least 45 days ahead for a $55 fee, and vendors pay a $50 per-event vendor fee. Food sellers need San Joaquin County Environmental Health approval; vendors need a California seller's permit. ## Colorado - [Aurora, CO](https://bzar.app/permits/aurora-co): To run a vendor market in Aurora, Colorado, an organizer needs a city Temporary Use Permit for events on private property or city streets, and registers the event on the city's licensing portal so vendors get free temporary licenses. Food vendors are cleared by the county health department where the event is held. - [Boulder, CO](https://bzar.app/permits/boulder-co): To run a vendor market in Boulder, an organizer applies for a city Special Event Permit for events on public property, filed with the Office of Special Events. Vendors from outside the city get a free Special Event License and file a Boulder sales tax return, and food booths need a Boulder County Public Health temporary event license. - [Colorado Springs, CO](https://bzar.app/permits/colorado-springs-co): For a vendor market in Colorado Springs, organizers usually need a permit from the city's Office of Special Events for park or public-property events, and must give the City Sales Tax Office a vendor list. Food vendors need El Paso County Public Health special event permits, and vendors need state and city sales tax licenses. Confirm with each office. - [Denver, CO](https://bzar.app/permits/denver-co): To run a vendor market in Denver, an organizer applies to the Office of Special Events for a permit if the event is open to the public on city property and meets the city's criteria. Food vendors need Denver Public Health and Environment licenses, and vendors register for Denver sales tax. Confirm details with each office. - [Fort Collins, CO](https://bzar.app/permits/fort-collins-co): To run a vendor market in Fort Collins, an organizer needs a city Special Event Permit for events on streets, sidewalks, parks or natural areas, while private events that don't affect traffic need none. Vendors need a Fort Collins sales tax license, with a temporary form for event participants, plus a Larimer County food license for food booths. - [Lakewood, CO](https://bzar.app/permits/lakewood-co): To run a vendor market in a Lakewood park, an organizer files a Community and Special Event Application with the city's Community Resources Department, and each vendor needs a $50 vendor permit. Vendors show a Lakewood sales tax license, and food booths need Jefferson County Public Health approval. ## Connecticut - [Hartford, CT](https://bzar.app/permits/hartford-ct): To run a vendor market on Hartford streets or parks, the organizer applies to the City's Special Events Services, 90 days ahead for festivals or street closures. Food vendors need Hartford temporary food permits, other vendors a $25 Temporary Peddler Permit, and sellers need a Connecticut Sales and Use Tax Permit from the Department of Revenue Services. - [New Haven, CT](https://bzar.app/permits/new-haven-ct): In New Haven, CT, an organizer files a Special Events Permit through the city's online portal (Chief Administrator's Office), then the organizer, not the vendors, submits a Vending Umbrella License at least 2 weeks ahead. Sellers need a Connecticut Sales and Use Tax Permit, and food vendors get a permit from the local health department. - [Stamford, CT](https://bzar.app/permits/stamford-ct): In Stamford, CT, Cashiering & Permitting issues special event permits through its online portal and also lists street vendor and one-day park vending permits. Sellers need a Connecticut Sales and Use Tax Permit, and food vendors get a permit from the local health department. Confirm fees and lead times with the city. ## Delaware - [Wilmington, DE](https://bzar.app/permits/wilmington-de): In Wilmington, DE, organizers apply to the city's Office of Cultural Affairs for a Special Event, Park or Block Party Permit at least 45 days ahead. Every vendor needs a state business license from the Division of Revenue, Delaware has no sales tax but charges gross receipts tax, and food booths need a Division of Public Health temporary food permit. ## Florida - [Cape Coral, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/cape-coral-fl): To run a vendor market in Cape Coral with more than 500 participants, the organizer files a Special Event Permit with the Special Events Division 90 days ahead ($40 fee). Vendors need city and Lee County business tax receipts and Florida sales tax registration; food vendors need a Florida DBPR temporary license. - [Fort Lauderdale, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/fort-lauderdale-fl): Fort Lauderdale's event permit pages could not be read for this entry, so confirm the outdoor event permit with the City's Special Events office. Vendors need City and Broward County business tax receipts, food vendors need a Florida DBPR temporary event license, and sellers register for Florida sales tax with the Department of Revenue. - [Gainesville, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/gainesville-fl): To run a vendor market in Gainesville, an organizer applies online for a City special event permit ($67) for events with 50 or more people, food vendors or retail sales, allowing 3-4 weeks. Vendors need a Gainesville business tax receipt, food vendors a Florida DBPR temporary event license, and sellers Florida sales tax registration. - [Hialeah, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/hialeah-fl): To run a vendor market in Hialeah, an organizer needs a Short-Term Event building permit for events of 30 days or less using tents or temporary structures, reviewed by Building, Zoning and Fire. Vendors need a Hialeah Business Tax Receipt, food vendors a Florida DBPR temporary event license, and sellers Florida sales tax registration. - [Jacksonville, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/jacksonville-fl): To run a vendor market in Jacksonville, an organizer needs a special event permit from the city's Office of Special Events for events on public property or over 500 people, with at least 90 days notice. Food vendors need a Florida DBPR temporary event license, and every vendor registers for Florida sales tax with the Department of Revenue. - [Miami, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/miami-fl): To run a vendor market in Miami, the organizer needs a Special Event Permit from the City of Miami Office of Film and Entertainment, which covers events with merchandise sales on public or private property. Food vendors need a Florida DBPR temporary event license, and vendors register for Florida sales tax and hold city and county business tax receipts. - [Orlando, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/orlando-fl): To run a vendor market on city property in Orlando, the organizer needs a Special Events Permit from the city's Special Events office, applied for at least 60 days ahead. Vendors need Orlando and Orange County business tax receipts and Florida sales tax registration, and food vendors need a Florida DBPR temporary event license. - [Port St. Lucie, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/port-st-lucie-fl): To run a vendor market on private commercial land in Port St. Lucie, the organizer needs a Temporary Outdoor Event permit from Neighborhood Services ($100 application fee, 60 days ahead) plus Fire District approval. Vendors need a city business tax receipt and Florida sales tax registration; food vendors need a Florida DBPR license. - [Sarasota, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/sarasota-fl): To run a vendor market in Sarasota, an organizer applies to the City Office of Special Events at least 90 days ahead ($50 fee) for events on city property or right-of-way, plus a City tent permit above 900 square feet. Vendors need a City business tax certificate, food vendors a Florida DBPR license, and sellers Florida sales tax registration. - [St. Petersburg, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/st-petersburg-fl): To run a vendor market in St. Petersburg, the organizer files a Temporary Special Event Permit at the city's Zoning Counter, plus a Police street closure permit ($30 per roadway) if a street closes. Vendors pay a $25 city business tax for events under 30 days and register for Florida sales tax; food vendors need DBPR. - [Tallahassee, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/tallahassee-fl): To run a vendor market in Tallahassee, an organizer applies at least 30 days ahead to the City's Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Affairs Special Events Division for events on city property, with a City tent permit for tents of 900 square feet or more. Food vendors get a Florida DBPR temporary event license, and vendors register for Florida sales tax. - [Tampa, FL](https://bzar.app/permits/tampa-fl): To run a vendor market in Tampa on city property, the organizer needs a Special Event permit from the city's Special Events office, with a $50 application fee and 60 to 90 days notice. Food vendors need a Florida DBPR temporary event license, and vendors register for Florida sales tax and hold county and city business tax receipts. ## Georgia - [Atlanta, GA](https://bzar.app/permits/atlanta-ga): To run a vendor market in Atlanta, the organizer applies to the Mayor's Office of Special Events for an outdoor event permit, food vendors need a county health board temporary food permit that the organizer submits in Fulton County, and vendors need a city Business Occupational Tax Certificate and report Georgia sales tax on a Miscellaneous Sales Event form. - [Augusta, GA](https://bzar.app/permits/augusta-ga): To run a vendor market in Augusta, the organizer contacts the Special Events Office (706-821-1754) about permits and facility reservations, craft show promoters pay a city regulatory fee, and temporary vendors need an Augusta business license. Food vendors need a county health department temporary permit, and vendors register for Georgia sales tax or file the FS-32 event report. - [Savannah, GA](https://bzar.app/permits/savannah-ga): To run a vendor market in Savannah, the organizer applies for a Special Event permit at least 90 days ahead and must hire an off-duty police officer. Food vendors need Chatham County temporary food permits, and vendors need a city Business Tax Certificate and Georgia sales tax registration or an FS-32 Miscellaneous Sales Event report. ## Hawaii - [Honolulu, HI](https://bzar.app/permits/honolulu-hi): To run a vendor market in Honolulu, the organizer needs a Parks and Recreation park use permit on city parkland or a Department of Transportation Services street usage permit for streets. Vendors need a Hawaii general excise tax license from the Department of Taxation, and food vendors need a Department of Health special event food permit. Confirm with each office. ## Idaho - [Boise, ID](https://bzar.app/permits/boise-id): To run a vendor market in Boise, the organizer needs a city Special Events Permit for large public-property events or a Parks special event park use permit, with $1 million liability insurance. Vendors get an Idaho temporary seller's permit through the promoter, and food vendors need a Central District Health temporary food license. Confirm details with each office. ## Illinois - [Chicago, IL](https://bzar.app/permits/chicago-il): To run an outdoor vendor market in Chicago, the organizer usually needs a Special Event Permit from the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, a Pop-Up License covering vendors from Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, and Park District approval on park land. Food vendors need a special event food license, and vendors register for Illinois sales tax. - [Evanston, IL](https://bzar.app/permits/evanston-il): For an Evanston vendor market on public property, the organizer submits a Special Event Permit application ($150) with a $1,000,000 certificate of insurance, by January 31 and never less than 30 days ahead. Food vendors need a Temporary Event Food Permit from Evanston Health & Human Services, and vendors register for Illinois sales tax. ## Indiana - [Fort Wayne, IN](https://bzar.app/permits/fort-wayne-in): In Fort Wayne, a market that affects streets or sidewalks needs a Block Party or Parade permit from the City's Right-of-Way Department at least 10 working days ahead. Food vendors need an Allen County temporary food permit, vendors register as Indiana retail merchants, and a county transient merchant license may apply where required. - [Indianapolis, IN](https://bzar.app/permits/indianapolis-in): To run a vendor market in Indianapolis, the organizer needs an Indy Parks special event permit for park land, registers events with food vendors with the Marion County Public Health Department 30 days ahead, and may need city special events registration for outdoor events of 250 or more. Vendors need an Indiana Registered Retail Merchant Certificate. ## Iowa - [Cedar Rapids, IA](https://bzar.app/permits/cedar-rapids-ia): For a Cedar Rapids vendor market, the organizer applies for a Special Event Permit through My CR 60 days ahead with a $200 fee and liability insurance. Vendors you authorize inside the event need no city vendor license. Food vendors need Linn County Public Health approval, and vendors need an Iowa sales tax permit. - [Des Moines, IA](https://bzar.app/permits/des-moines-ia): For a Des Moines vendor market, the organizer applies for a Street Use Permit through the city portal for street events, or a park permit at least 10 days ahead. The Fire Department permits tents of 400 square feet or more. Food vendors need an Iowa DIAL temporary license, and vendors need an Iowa sales tax permit. ## Kansas - [Overland Park, KS](https://bzar.app/permits/overland-park-ks): For an Overland Park vendor market, the organizer applies for a Community Event permit (open to the public) or Promotional Event permit (business-sponsored, with tents); city resource fees may apply. Temporary sellers need a transient merchant license, food vendors deal with the Kansas Department of Agriculture, and the organizer files a Kansas vendor list. - [Wichita, KS](https://bzar.app/permits/wichita-ks): In Wichita, a vendor market with multiple vendors, street closures or alcohol needs a Community Event Application from Park & Recreation, filed 30 to 45 days ahead ($25 plus a $50 to $500 event fee). Sellers hold a City Transient Merchant License and a Kansas sales tax registration, and food vendors need a Kansas food license. ## Kentucky - [Lexington, KY](https://bzar.app/permits/lexington-ky): To run a vendor market in Lexington, the organizer needs a Special Events Permit from the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) Mayor's Office when the event is on public property, with a $50 fee and 12 weeks' notice. Food vendors need a Lexington-Fayette County Health Department permit and Fire Marshal inspection, and all vendors register for Kentucky sales tax. - [Louisville, KY](https://bzar.app/permits/louisville-ky): To run a vendor market in Louisville, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit from the Louisville Metro Office of Special Events 60 to 90 days ahead when the event is on public property or needs city services. Food vendors need a Health Department permit, and vendors report Kentucky sales tax and may need a transient merchant permit. ## Louisiana - [Baton Rouge, LA](https://bzar.app/permits/baton-rouge-la): To run a vendor market in Baton Rouge, the organizer applies for a City-Parish special event permit at least 45 days ahead and adds a street closure permit if streets are used. Food vendors need a Louisiana Department of Health temporary food permit, and vendors register for Louisiana sales tax and may need a City-Parish occupational license. - [New Orleans, LA](https://bzar.app/permits/new-orleans-la): To run a vendor market in New Orleans, the organizer files a Special Event Permit with Safety & Permits (Master Application plus Supplement A) and posts a sales tax bond when 3 or more vendors take part. Vendors need a trade show vendor license, Louisiana and city sales tax registration, and an LDH food permit. - [Shreveport, LA](https://bzar.app/permits/shreveport-la): To run a vendor market in Shreveport, the organizer files a Special Permit Application with SPAR Event Services at least 45 days ahead for review by the Event Task Force. Food vendors need a Louisiana Department of Health temporary food permit, vendors register for Louisiana sales tax, and vendors holding a business need a city occupational license. ## Maine - [Portland, ME](https://bzar.app/permits/portland-me): To run an outdoor market on Portland city property, the organizer applies to the Public Assembly Facilities Division for an event permit (25 to 2,000 people) or festival application (2,000+). Food booths need both a City of Portland temporary food license and a Maine state license, and vendors register with Maine Revenue Services for sales tax. ## Massachusetts - [Boston, MA](https://bzar.app/permits/boston-ma): To run an outdoor vendor market in Boston, the organizer files an outdoor public event application with Entertainment Licensing and registers with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue as a show promoter (Form PR-1). Food vendors need an Inspectional Services temporary food permit, and vendors register for Massachusetts sales tax and may need transient vendor licenses. - [Cambridge, MA](https://bzar.app/permits/cambridge-ma): To run a vendor market in Cambridge, the organizer submits a Special Event Application to the city and may present the plan to the monthly Special Events Committee. Vendors need a One Day Peddler or Vendor License from the License Commission at $10 per day, and sellers register for Massachusetts sales tax. Confirm food permits with the health department. - [Worcester, MA](https://bzar.app/permits/worcester-ma): To run a vendor market on City of Worcester property or one needing city services, the organizer submits the single Special Event application to the Cultural Development Division at least 90 days ahead. Food vendors need Inspectional Services temporary food permits, vendors may need a Hawkers and Peddlers permit, and sellers register with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. ## Michigan - [Ann Arbor, MI](https://bzar.app/permits/ann-arbor-mi): To run a vendor market in Ann Arbor, the organizer needs a special event permit, with applications submitted 60 working days ahead and a $34 application fee, plus a park reservation through Parks & Recreation for city parks. Food vendors need a Washtenaw County temporary food license, and vendors need a Michigan sales tax license. - [Detroit, MI](https://bzar.app/permits/detroit-mi): To run a vendor market in Detroit, an organizer with a public event applies to the Mayor's Office Special Events Management Team at least 60 days ahead and needs City Council approval. Food vendors need a Detroit Health Department temporary food license, and vendors need a Michigan sales tax license or concessionaire return and may need a city Vendor license. - [Grand Rapids, MI](https://bzar.app/permits/grand-rapids-mi): On Grand Rapids public property, the organizer applies to the Office of Special Events for a Special Event Permit 70 days ahead ($100 fee) with a $1,000,000 certificate of insurance. Private-property events need a $333 Temporary Use Permit. Food vendors need a local health department license, and vendors need a Michigan sales tax license. - [Lansing, MI](https://bzar.app/permits/lansing-mi): In Lansing, event food vendors need a temporary food license from the Ingham County Health Department, $100 or $250 if applied for less than five days before the event, and vendors need a Michigan sales tax license or concessionaire return. The City of Lansing handles special event, street closure and noise waiver permits; confirm its requirements. ## Minnesota - [Minneapolis, MN](https://bzar.app/permits/minneapolis-mn): To run a vendor market in Minneapolis, the organizer needs a city flea market license or block event permit, an event food sponsor permit if food is served, and each seller's Minnesota tax ID certificate (Form ST19). Vendors register for Minnesota sales tax, and food vendors need short term food permits. Confirm with each office. - [St. Paul, MN](https://bzar.app/permits/st-paul-mn): To run a vendor market in St. Paul, the organizer needs a special event permit from the Police Department's Special Operations Unit when streets are affected, or a Parks and Recreation permit on park land. Sellers need Minnesota sales tax registration and, depending on the market, a city license. Food vendors need a Minnesota Department of Health food stand license. ## Mississippi - [Jackson, MS](https://bzar.app/permits/jackson-ms): To run a vendor market in Jackson, vendors need a City of Jackson business privilege license and a Mississippi sales tax permit, and the state treats the operator of a flea market or similar event as responsible for collecting vendors' sales tax. Food vendors need a Mississippi State Department of Health permit. Ask the city about its event permit. ## Missouri - [Kansas City, MO](https://bzar.app/permits/kansas-city-mo): To run a vendor market in Kansas City, Missouri, an organizer applies for event permits through CompassKC and KC Event Hub, food vendors need a Kansas City Health Department temporary food permit, and vendors need a city business or peddler license from the Business License Division plus a Missouri sales tax license from the Department of Revenue. - [Springfield, MO](https://bzar.app/permits/springfield-mo): For a Springfield vendor market on public property, the organizer files a Special Event Permit application with the Department of Public Information. Craft fair vendors need a $5 to $20 group sales license and a Missouri tax ID, tents over 400 square feet need a Fire Department permit, and food vendors need a Springfield-Greene County Health temporary food permit. - [St. Louis, MO](https://bzar.app/permits/st-louis-mo): To run a vendor market on public property in St. Louis, the organizer applies to the Office of Special Events at least 30 days ahead with $1,000,000 in liability insurance. Food vendors need Department of Health temporary food permits, vendors need a License Collector permit or waiver, and sellers need a Missouri sales tax license. ## Montana - [Billings, MT](https://bzar.app/permits/billings-mt): To run a vendor market in Billings, an organizer files a Special Event and Right of Way Permit application with Public Works Engineering at least 60 days ahead. Every vendor needs a City of Billings business license, Montana has no general sales tax, and food booths need a temporary food service license from RiverStone Health. ## Nebraska - [Lincoln, NE](https://bzar.app/permits/lincoln-ne): To run a vendor market in Lincoln, the organizer applies to the City Clerk for a special event permit with a $5,000 bond and $1 million insurance, plus a Parks permit on park land. Vendors register for Nebraska sales tax, and food vendors or the sponsor need a Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department temporary food permit. Confirm with each office. - [Omaha, NE](https://bzar.app/permits/omaha-ne): To run a vendor market in Omaha, an organizer closing streets or parking applies to Omaha Public Works for a Parade/Special Event Permit. Food vendors go through a Douglas County Health Department umbrella permit filed by the coordinator. Omaha has no general business license, and vendors need a Nebraska sales tax permit. ## Nevada - [Henderson, NV](https://bzar.app/permits/henderson-nv): In Henderson, organizers of events using public streets or rights-of-way file a Special Event Permit with the Police Department's event coordinator, 30 to 180 days ahead ($125). Vendors need a Henderson business license and a Nevada seller's permit, and food vendors need a Southern Nevada Health District temporary food permit. - [Las Vegas, NV](https://bzar.app/permits/las-vegas-nv): To run a vendor market in Las Vegas, the organizer applies to the city's Special Events team (Tier 2 covers vendors) and registers with the Nevada Department of Taxation for a one-time special event sales tax permit. Food vendors need Southern Nevada Health District temporary food permits, and events with five or more food vendors need an event coordinator permit. - [North Las Vegas, NV](https://bzar.app/permits/north-las-vegas-nv): In North Las Vegas, organizers apply for a Special Event Permit through Parks & Recreation at least 30 days ahead for events over 500 people or with alcohol in a park, or a Temporary Permit online. Vendors need a City business license and a Nevada seller's permit; food vendors need a Southern Nevada Health District permit. - [Reno, NV](https://bzar.app/permits/reno-nv): To run a vendor market in Reno, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit on public property (90 days ahead) or a Special Activity Permit on private property (15 days ahead) and uploads the vendor list. Vendors need a Reno business license or a $20 daily permit; food vendors need Northern Nevada Public Health permits. ## New Hampshire - [Manchester, NH](https://bzar.app/permits/manchester-nh): In Manchester, NH, a fair, festival or market generally needs a City Clerk business license, and peddlers have their own license. Food vendors need a Manchester Health Department temporary event food permit at $25 per day. New Hampshire has no general sales tax, but sellers of prepared meals need a Meals and Rentals license from the state. ## New Jersey - [Jersey City, NJ](https://bzar.app/permits/jersey-city-nj): To run a vendor market in Jersey City, the organizer applies to the Office of Cultural Affairs at least 60 days ahead, and the host must be a nonprofit or partner with one. Events with vendors need a Festival License from the Division of Commerce, food vendors need Health temporary vendor licenses, and vendors register for New Jersey sales tax. - [Newark, NJ](https://bzar.app/permits/newark-nj): To run a vendor market in Newark, an organizer applies through the city's online Special Events portal when the event uses city property, vendors register with the New Jersey Division of Taxation for a Certificate of Authority, and the city licenses businesses through its Office of Central Licensing and Permits. Confirm food permits with the health department. ## New Mexico - [Albuquerque, NM](https://bzar.app/permits/albuquerque-nm): To run a vendor market in Albuquerque, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit through the city's portal when the event affects three or more city departments. Vendors need a city business registration, food sellers need Environmental Health temporary food permits, and sellers register with New Mexico Taxation and Revenue for gross receipts tax. Confirm details with each office. ## New York - [Buffalo, NY](https://bzar.app/permits/buffalo-ny): In Buffalo, organizers of events on public property apply for a Special Events Permit from the City's Special Events Office at least 90 days ahead. Vendors need a City Temporary Stand or Exhibitor license, food vendors need an Erie County temporary food permit, and sellers register for a New York Certificate of Authority. - [New York City, NY](https://bzar.app/permits/new-york-ny): To run a vendor market on New York City streets or plazas, the organizer applies to the Street Activity Permit Office; park events need a Parks Department permit. Food vendors need a Health Department temporary food service permit, every vendor needs a state Certificate of Authority, and non-food vendors on public property may need a DCWP General Vendor License. - [Rochester, NY](https://bzar.app/permits/rochester-ny): To run an outdoor vendor market on City of Rochester streets or parks, the organizer applies to the Office of Special Events for a Festival permit, four months ahead. Food booths need Monroe County Department of Public Health permits, other vendors may need a City Clerk solicitor license, and all sellers need a New York Certificate of Authority. - [Syracuse, NY](https://bzar.app/permits/syracuse-ny): To run a vendor market on public property in Syracuse, the organizer applies to the City's Office of Special Events 60 days ahead. Vendors may need City licenses such as the Open Air Cultural Event or Food Vendor license, food booths need an Onondaga County Health Department permit, and sellers register for a New York Certificate of Authority. - [Yonkers, NY](https://bzar.app/permits/yonkers-ny): In Yonkers, NY, organizers file a $50 Special Event Application with the Parks Department at least 60 days ahead for review by the city's Special Events Review Committee. Vendors apply to the Consumer Protection Bureau (the daily special-event form lists $50 per day), food vendors need a Westchester County permit, and sellers need a New York Certificate of Authority. ## North Carolina - [Asheville, NC](https://bzar.app/permits/asheville-nc): To run a vendor market in Asheville, an organizer works with the City Office of Special Events: public property starts with an invitation-only inquiry, while private-property events with over 49 people, tents or mobile vendors need a Temporary Use Permit 21 days ahead. Food vendors need Buncombe County temporary food permits. - [Cary, NC](https://bzar.app/permits/cary-nc): In Cary, NC, a public event of 99 or more attendees needs a Temporary Use Events/Sales Permit from the Town's Planning and Development Services, submitted through the electronic plan review portal at least 4 weeks ahead. Cary has no privilege license; vendors hold a North Carolina sales tax Certificate of Registration, and food vendors need a $75 Wake County permit. - [Charlotte, NC](https://bzar.app/permits/charlotte-nc): To run a vendor market in Charlotte, the organizer needs a city event permit only if the event uses streets or sidewalks. Food vendors need Mecklenburg County Public Health temporary food approval, and every vendor must register with the North Carolina Department of Revenue for sales tax. North Carolina cities and counties no longer levy privilege license taxes. - [Durham, NC](https://bzar.app/permits/durham-nc): In Durham, organizers whose market closes a street or uses City property need a Special Event Permit, applied for online through the City's special events team 15 or 90 days ahead depending on size and features. Food vendors need a Durham County Temporary Food Event permit, and vendors register with NCDOR for sales tax; there is no city privilege license. - [Fayetteville, NC](https://bzar.app/permits/fayetteville-nc): To run a vendor market in Fayetteville, ask the City about its Special Event Permit (fee schedule: $100), reserve any park through Parks and Recreation, and get a Fire Marshal tent permit for large tents. Food vendors apply to Cumberland County Environmental Health 15 days ahead ($75), and vendors hold a North Carolina Certificate of Registration. - [Greensboro, NC](https://bzar.app/permits/greensboro-nc): In Greensboro, any event in the public right-of-way or with a significant City impact needs a Special Event Permit from the City's Special Events Office, applied for 60 days ahead. Food vendors need a Guilford County temporary food permit, and vendors register with NCDOR for sales tax; North Carolina cities cannot charge a privilege license tax. - [Raleigh, NC](https://bzar.app/permits/raleigh-nc): To run a vendor market in Raleigh, the organizer applies for a City of Raleigh special event permit if the event uses public rights-of-way, plazas or Dix Park. Food vendors apply to Wake County for a temporary food permit, and vendors register with the NC Department of Revenue for sales tax. North Carolina cities no longer levy privilege license taxes. - [Wilmington, NC](https://bzar.app/permits/wilmington-nc): To run a vendor market in Wilmington, an organizer applies to City Parks and Recreation Special Events at least 60 days ahead if any part uses a city street, plaza, park or sidewalk; events fully on private property need no special event permit. Food vendors need New Hanover County health permits, and large tents need a Fire permit. - [Winston-Salem, NC](https://bzar.app/permits/winston-salem-nc): To run a vendor market in Winston-Salem, the organizer files a special event permit application with the city's Office of Economic Development (fee $100 for one or two events). Food vendors need a Forsyth County temporary food permit, and vendors register with the North Carolina Department of Revenue for sales tax. North Carolina cities levy no privilege license tax. ## North Dakota - [Fargo, ND](https://bzar.app/permits/fargo-nd): To close a street for a Fargo vendor market, the organizer files a General Special Permit/Street Closing request with the Engineering Department 45 days ahead and may need insurance. Food vendors contact Fargo Cass Public Health for event licensing, and organizers of events with 25 or more vendors send North Dakota's Tax Commissioner a vendor list. ## Ohio - [Akron, OH](https://bzar.app/permits/akron-oh): To run a vendor market on city property in Akron, the organizer files a Community Event Application through the city's Eproval system at least 60 days ahead and carries $1,000,000 in liability insurance. Food vendors need a Summit County Public Health temporary food license, and vendors need an Ohio vendor's license from the Department of Taxation. - [Cincinnati, OH](https://bzar.app/permits/cincinnati-oh): To run a vendor market in Cincinnati, the organizer applies through the city's Special Events Portal for a Special Event Permit, issued by the Police Special Events Unit, when the event is on public property with alcohol or 3,000 or more people. Food vendors need a Cincinnati Health Department temporary food license, and vendors need an Ohio transient vendor's license. - [Cleveland, OH](https://bzar.app/permits/cleveland-oh): To run a vendor market in Cleveland, the organizer needs a Special Event Permit from the Office of Special Events when the market uses city parks or property or needs extra city services. Food vendors need a Cleveland Department of Public Health temporary food license, and vendors need an Ohio transient vendor's license from the Department of Taxation. - [Columbus, OH](https://bzar.app/permits/columbus-oh): To run a vendor market in Columbus, the organizer usually needs a Special Event Permit from the Office of Special Events when the event uses parks or streets or sells merchandise or food. Food vendors need a Columbus Public Health temporary food license, and vendors need an Ohio transient vendor's license from the Department of Taxation. - [Toledo, OH](https://bzar.app/permits/toledo-oh): To run a vendor market in Toledo, the organizer applies for a Special Event Permit through the Division of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry when the event is on or affects public property or needs city support. Food vendors need a Toledo-Lucas County Health Department temporary license, and vendors should be licensed by the city and Ohio. ## Oklahoma - [Oklahoma City, OK](https://bzar.app/permits/oklahoma-city-ok): To run a vendor market in Oklahoma City, the organizer applies to the city's Office of Special Events for a public-event permit and files a special event application with the Oklahoma Tax Commission. Food vendors need Oklahoma City-County Health Department licenses. Vendors without a sales tax permit report tax through the organizer. Confirm with each office. - [Tulsa, OK](https://bzar.app/permits/tulsa-ok): To run a vendor market in Tulsa, the organizer applies to the City of Tulsa Special Events Office (a minor permit for private property only, a major permit if streets or sidewalks are used) and gets a special event permit from the Oklahoma Tax Commission. Food vendors need Tulsa Health Department permits. ## Oregon - [Eugene, OR](https://bzar.app/permits/eugene-or): In Eugene, OR, an organizer of an event on public property or downtown submits the city's Event Inquiry Form at least 60 days ahead, with a Fire Safety Permit for tents or food carts. Eugene has no general business license, food booths need a Lane County temporary restaurant license, and Oregon has no sales tax for vendors to collect. - [Portland, OR](https://bzar.app/permits/portland-or): To run a vendor market in Portland, the organizer applies to the Portland Bureau of Transportation for a Community Event Permit if streets, sidewalks or parking are closed, and to Portland Fire & Rescue for large tent or trade show events. Oregon has no sales tax, vendors may owe Portland business tax, and food vendors need Multnomah County temporary licenses. - [Salem, OR](https://bzar.app/permits/salem-or): In Salem, OR, an event on city property needs a community event permit from Recreation Services (SRC Chapter 104), with a site plan and insurance, allowing at least 30 days for processing. Vendors at the event need a short-term concessionaire permit, food booths need a Marion County temporary restaurant license, and Oregon has no sales tax for vendors to collect. ## Pennsylvania - [Allentown, PA](https://bzar.app/permits/allentown-pa): To run a vendor market on city property in Allentown, the organizer submits a Special Event application to the Bureau of Special Events at least 90 days ahead and carries $1,000,000 in liability insurance. Food vendors need an Allentown Health Bureau temporary concession license and a city business license, and vendors register for Pennsylvania sales tax. - [Philadelphia, PA](https://bzar.app/permits/philadelphia-pa): To run a vendor market in Philadelphia, the organizer needs a special event permit from the Office of Special Events for events on city property, with 90 days notice. Everyone selling needs a free Commercial Activity License, food vendors apply through Public Health, and Pennsylvania requires a promoter license and a sales tax license from the Department of Revenue. - [Pittsburgh, PA](https://bzar.app/permits/pittsburgh-pa): To run a vendor market in Pittsburgh, the organizer applies to the Office of Film & Event Management through its Eproval system for a special event permit, in two phases. Food vendors need an Allegheny County Health Department temporary food permit, vendors register for Pennsylvania sales tax, and promoters need a Pennsylvania Promoter License. ## Rhode Island - [Providence, RI](https://bzar.app/permits/providence-ri): To run an outdoor market on Providence streets, parks or plazas, the organizer files a Special Event Application with the city's Art, Culture + Tourism department three to six weeks ahead, with $1 million liability insurance. Food vendors need a Rhode Island Department of Health license, and vendors need a Rhode Island sales permit from the Division of Taxation. ## South Carolina - [Charleston, SC](https://bzar.app/permits/charleston-sc): To run a vendor market in Charleston, the organizer applies for a Special Event Permit through the city's online portal 60 to 120 days ahead, and event vendors each need a City of Charleston business license. Food vendors are authorized by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, and vendors need a South Carolina Retail License. - [Columbia, SC](https://bzar.app/permits/columbia-sc): In Columbia, SC, event organizers start with the city's online special event request and the applicable permit forms (Special Event Permit, street closure, fire, police), with liability insurance naming the city. Vendors deal with City Business Licensing and an SC Department of Revenue Retail License, and food vendors need Department of Agriculture event authorization. - [Greenville, SC](https://bzar.app/permits/greenville-sc): To run a vendor market in Greenville, the organizer applies for the city's Permit A (festival or major event) or Permit C (single-day event) for public property, or a Temporary Use Permit from Planning and Development on private property. Vendors need a South Carolina Retail License, and food vendors are authorized by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture. ## South Dakota - [Sioux Falls, SD](https://bzar.app/permits/sioux-falls-sd): For a Sioux Falls vendor market on city property, the organizer files a special event application 60 days ahead ($25 to $500 by crowd size) and carries $1 million per occurrence insurance. Event vendors need a $50 per day Point of Sale Permit, food vendors a South Dakota Health temporary license, and vendors a state sales tax license. ## Tennessee - [Chattanooga, TN](https://bzar.app/permits/chattanooga-tn): To run a vendor market in Chattanooga, the organizer files a Special Event Permit online 60 days ahead ($100 application fee) with $1 million/$2 million liability insurance. Food vendors must be licensed in Tennessee and Hamilton County, vendors need city and county business licenses, and the promoter registers the event with the Tennessee Department of Revenue. - [Knoxville, TN](https://bzar.app/permits/knoxville-tn): To run a vendor market in Knoxville, the organizer applies through the Office of Special Events ($50 fee, 60 days ahead) for events on city property. Vendors need a Knox County business tax license plus city registration, food vendors a Knox County Health Department temporary food permit ($30), and the promoter registers the event with the Tennessee Department of Revenue. - [Memphis, TN](https://bzar.app/permits/memphis-tn): To run a vendor market in Memphis, the organizer applies for a public assembly permit through the City of Memphis Permits Office if the event closes or affects a street, sidewalk or right-of-way. Food vendors need a Shelby County Health Department temporary event permit, and vendors register for Tennessee special event sales tax. - [Nashville, TN](https://bzar.app/permits/nashville-tn): To run a vendor market in Nashville, the organizer applies for a Metro special event permit when the event uses streets or public property, or to Metro Parks for park events. Food vendors need a Metro Public Health temporary food permit, and vendors register for Tennessee special event sales tax. Some sellers need a Davidson County transient vendor license. ## Texas - [Amarillo, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/amarillo-tx): In Amarillo, events with street closures, large crowds, food vendors or setup on city property need a special event permit coordinated through Environmental Health, Building Safety, the Fire Marshal and Traffic, applied for 30 days ahead. Food booths need Environmental Health permits and vendors need a Texas sales tax permit. - [Arlington, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/arlington-tx): To run a vendor market in Arlington, an organizer applies through the city's Eproval system for a Temporary Outdoor Event or Special Event permit, food vendors need City of Arlington Health Services temporary food permits, and sellers register for a Texas sales tax permit. Texas has no general business license, but activity-specific city licenses may apply. - [Austin, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/austin-tx): In Austin, a vendor market needs a special event permit through the Austin Center for Events if it has 50 or more daily attendees on city property, affects streets or sidewalks, or has tents, outdoor sound or food on private property. Food vendors need an Austin Public Health temporary food permit, and sellers need a Texas Comptroller sales tax permit. - [Corpus Christi, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/corpus-christi-tx): In Corpus Christi, festivals and similar events go through the Parks and Recreation Special Events Team, with applications due 60 days ahead. Food booths need a temporary event permit from the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District, and sellers need a Texas sales tax permit. The city also issues vendor permits and beach and park vendor permits. - [Dallas, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/dallas-tx): In Dallas, an outdoor vendor event of over 100 people selling goods or food, or using large tents, generally needs a Special Event Permit from the Office of Special Events; recurring neighborhood markets have their own permit. Food vendors need a Consumer Health temporary food permit and sellers need a Texas sales tax permit. Texas has no general business license. - [Denton, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/denton-tx): To run a vendor market in Denton, TX, an organizer files a Special Event Permit with the city's Special Events Team (60 to 90 days ahead, $60 to $630 by tier), plus fire permits for tents and insurance. Food vendors need a $50 temporary food permit, and vendors need a free Texas Sales and Use Tax Permit. - [El Paso, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/el-paso-tx): In El Paso, organizers apply to Planning and Inspections for an event permit (parade, temporary event or special event), including events on private land, with downtown events going through the Downtown Management District. Vendors need a city Vendor License, food vendors need a Code Enforcement temporary food permit, and sellers need a Texas Comptroller sales tax permit. - [Fort Worth, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/fort-worth-tx): In Fort Worth, a vendor market needs an outdoor events permit from the Public Events department if it is on public property with food or drink sales, tents or street closures, or on private property with more than 500 attendees. Food vendors need a Consumer Health temporary food permit, and sellers need a Texas Comptroller sales tax permit. - [Frisco, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/frisco-tx): In Frisco, a $150 Special Event Permit is required for events with 100 or more attendees, any food vendor, a city park location, a street closure or a tent of 400 sq ft or more, with 30 days' notice. Food vendors also need a Health & Food Safety temporary permit, and sellers need a Texas sales tax permit. - [Garland, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/garland-tx): In Garland, an event with 100 or more people, vendors selling food or goods, amplified sound or tents needs a Special Event Permit from the Special Events Office, applied for 45 to 60 days ahead. Food booths need a Garland Health Department temporary food permit, and sellers need a Texas sales tax permit. Texas has no general business license. - [Houston, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/houston-tx): To run a vendor market in Houston, organizers need a Mayor's Office of Special Events permit when using city parks or streets, plus insurance and other requisites. Food vendors need a Houston Health Department temporary food permit, and vendors selling taxable goods need a Texas Comptroller sales tax permit. Private-property events are handled differently, so confirm with the city. - [Irving, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/irving-tx): In Irving, major events need a Special Event Permit processed by the Irving Police Department under Chapter 33B, with a $375 application fee and a preliminary application at least 90 days ahead. Food vendors need a Health Temporary Food Event Permit from Inspections, and sellers need a Texas sales tax permit. Irving does not require a general business license. - [Laredo, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/laredo-tx): Texas cities don't issue a general business license, so Laredo vendors need a Texas sales and use tax permit, and food sellers need a $52 temporary food license from the Laredo Health Department (valid 14 days per event). The page that sets Laredo's special event permit for organizers could not be found; confirm with the City. - [Lubbock, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/lubbock-tx): Texas cities don't issue a general business license, so Lubbock vendors need a Texas sales and use tax permit. Organizers using city streets apply for a Recreational Street Use Permit through the City Secretary at least 10 days ahead, and food vendors may need a $52 temporary food permit from Environmental Health; food trucks permit through Texas DSHS. - [McAllen, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/mcallen-tx): In McAllen, a pop-up market needs a Pop-Up Markets Permit, priced by vendor count, and parades, street closings or mass gatherings under 1,000 people need a $20 Special Event Permit. Food booths need a city health permit two weeks ahead, tents must be flame resistant, and vendors need a Texas sales tax permit. - [McKinney, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/mckinney-tx): Texas cities don't issue a general business license, so McKinney vendors need a Texas sales and use tax permit. Organizers of events of 75 or more people that sell on public property or close streets apply for a Special Event Permit ($100) at least 60 days ahead, and food vendors need a $52 temporary health permit (food trucks use DSHS). - [Plano, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/plano-tx): In Plano, an event with 100 or more people per day, a use outside the property's primary use, or temporary structures needs a Special Event Permit handled through Plano Arts & Events. Food vendors need a Temporary Food Service Permit from Environmental Health & Sustainability, and sellers need a Texas sales tax permit. Texas has no general business license. - [Round Rock, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/round-rock-tx): In Round Rock, street fairs, arts and crafts shows, festivals and other outdoor events that interrupt traffic or need city services require a Special Event Permit with a $75 fee. Food sales require Williamson County health approval, tents need fire-retardant certificates, and vendors need a Texas sales tax permit. - [San Antonio, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/san-antonio-tx): In San Antonio, a vendor market in a city park goes through Parks and Recreation's special events coordinator, and events needing a street closure go through Right of Way Management. Food vendors need a Metro Health temporary food permit, and vendors selling taxable goods need a Texas Comptroller sales tax permit. Confirm private-property rules with the city. - [Waco, TX](https://bzar.app/permits/waco-tx): In Waco, an outdoor event with over 150 people on public property, or over 50 with vending, needs an Outdoor Event Permit from Parks and Recreation, filed 45 to 180 days ahead. The organizer applies for an Open Air Vending Permit, food booths need Waco-McLennan County health permits, and vendors need a Texas sales tax permit. ## Utah - [Provo, UT](https://bzar.app/permits/provo-ut): In Provo, UT, a Special Event Permit ($50, apply about 90 days ahead) is needed for events on city property or large private gatherings. Vendors need a Provo business license or temporary business license, vendors use a Utah special event sales tax license with the promoter submitting the participant list, and food booths need a Utah County Health Department permit. - [Salt Lake City, UT](https://bzar.app/permits/salt-lake-city-ut): To run a vendor market in Salt Lake City, the organizer needs a Special Event Permit from the city's event permit office when the market uses public property. Vendors need a city business license and a Utah special event sales tax license, and food booths need a Salt Lake County Health Department temporary food permit. ## Vermont - [Burlington, VT](https://bzar.app/permits/burlington-vt): To run a vendor market in a Burlington park, the organizer needs a Special Use Permit approved by the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission at least a month ahead. Street vending needs a City peddler license from the Clerk/Treasurer, food vendors need a Vermont Department of Health temporary license, and everyone needs a Vermont business tax account. ## Virginia - [Charlottesville, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/charlottesville-va): To run a vendor market in Charlottesville, an organizer files a Special Event Permit with Parks and Recreation ($25 fee) 30 days ahead, or 60 with a street closure, plus a tent permit above 900 square feet and $1,000,000 insurance. Vendors need a city business license, and food vendors a Blue Ridge Health District permit. - [Chesapeake, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/chesapeake-va): To run a vendor market in Chesapeake, the organizer applies for an Outdoor Special Event Permit from Parks, Recreation and Tourism, required on private property above 500 attendees or for bazaars with food concessions. Vendors need a Chesapeake business license and a Virginia sales tax account or ST-50, and food vendors need a Virginia Department of Health temporary food permit. - [Hampton, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/hampton-va): In Hampton, VA, outdoor events need a City Scale ($50) or Neighborhood Scale ($25) Special Event Permit, submitted 30 to 90 days ahead by attendance. Vendors need a business license from the Commissioner of the Revenue, food vendors pay $40 for a Virginia Department of Health temporary food permit, and vendors register for Virginia sales tax or file form ST-50. - [Newport News, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/newport-news-va): To run a vendor market in Newport News, an organizer reserves park space through Parks and Recreation and gets a Fire Marshal special event or tent permit and inspection. Vendors need a Newport News business license from the Commissioner of the Revenue, food vendors a $40 VDH health permit, and sellers Virginia sales tax registration. - [Norfolk, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/norfolk-va): To run a vendor market in Norfolk, an organizer applies to SevenVenues for an event permit on city property (30 to 120 days ahead) or to City Planning for private property, plus a Fire Marshal permit for tents. Vendors need a Norfolk business license or $50 Special Event Business License, and food vendors a $40 health permit. - [Richmond, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/richmond-va): For a vendor market on Richmond public property, the organizer submits a Special Events Request Form at least 45 days ahead when the event involves sales of food, drink or merchandise. Vendors need a Richmond business license, food vendors need a Richmond City Health District temporary food permit, and temporary vendors report sales tax to Virginia Tax on form ST-50. - [Roanoke, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/roanoke-va): In Roanoke, VA, an event on streets, parks or plazas needs a Public Assembly Permit from Public Works (14 to 30 days ahead for general events) with a site map, emergency plan and insurance; private-property events do not. Vendors need a Roanoke business license, food vendors a $40 temporary food permit, and vendors register for Virginia sales tax. - [Virginia Beach, VA](https://bzar.app/permits/virginia-beach-va): To run a vendor market in Virginia Beach, the organizer applies for an outdoor event permit from the Special Events and Film Office. The Commissioner of the Revenue offers a Community Event License covering registered vendors, food vendors need a Virginia Department of Health temporary food permit, and vendors without a Virginia account use sales tax form ST-50. ## Washington - [Bellevue, WA](https://bzar.app/permits/bellevue-wa): To run a vendor market in Bellevue, an organizer files a Special Event Application of Intent with the city at least 90 days ahead if the event has 500 or more people, affects streets or parking, or needs city support. A promoter of 15 or more vendors buys a temporary license, and food booths need a King County health permit. - [Seattle, WA](https://bzar.app/permits/seattle-wa): To run a vendor market in Seattle, the organizer applies to the Special Events Office for a special event permit when the event uses streets, parks or other public space, and obtains a Trade Show license. Vendors need a Seattle business license and a Washington state business license, and food vendors need Public Health - Seattle & King County permits. - [Spokane, WA](https://bzar.app/permits/spokane-wa): To run a vendor market in Spokane, an organizer applies for a city Special Event Permit when the event uses public property or needs public safety services, with a fee set by expected attendance. Vendors need a Spokane business registration and Washington sales tax registration, and food booths need a Spokane Regional Health District temporary food permit. - [Tacoma, WA](https://bzar.app/permits/tacoma-wa): To run a vendor market in Tacoma, an organizer applies for a Special Event Permit through the city's Special Events Office (Tacoma Venues & Events) when using public property or closing streets. As promoter, the organizer can buy a city temporary multiple-vendor license, and food booths need a Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department temporary food permit. - [Vancouver, WA](https://bzar.app/permits/vancouver-wa): To run a vendor market in Vancouver, Washington, an organizer applies for a city Special Event Permit when the event affects streets or sidewalks, and uses a Park Use Permit for park markets with vendors. Vendors need a Vancouver business license and Washington sales tax registration, and food booths need a Clark County Public Health temporary permit. ## Wisconsin - [Green Bay, WI](https://bzar.app/permits/green-bay-wi): To run a vendor market on Green Bay public property, the organizer applies for a Special Event permit at least 60 days ahead, with a $1,000,000 liability policy for small events. Vendors selling food need a Brown County Public Health transient license. Direct sellers in a special event don't need a city permit, and vendors need a Wisconsin seller's permit. - [Madison, WI](https://bzar.app/permits/madison-wi): To run a vendor market in Madison, the organizer needs a Street Use Permit and event vending license for streets and sidewalks, or a Park Event Permit for parks, both through the Parks Division. Sellers need a Wisconsin seller's permit, and food vendors need a Public Health Madison and Dane County transient food license. - [Milwaukee, WI](https://bzar.app/permits/milwaukee-wi): To run a vendor market in Milwaukee, an organizer on public streets or sidewalks applies online to the DPW Special Event Permit Office at least 30 days ahead (90 downtown). Food vendors need a Temporary Event Food License from the City Clerk, vendors may need a Mobile Seller's License, and sellers need a Wisconsin seller's permit.