Film and Special Events Permits

The Office of Film and Special Events oversees the coordination and permitting process for all filming, special events, parades and street banners in the Nashville & Davidson County area. Events that require street closures or the involvement of Metro Government Departments require specific permits.

Event Permit (Festival, Block Party, Run, Walk, Parade, etc.)

• Event Permit Application

John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge Usage

• John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge Closure Policy and Usage Agreement

Film Permit

• Film Production Permit
• Filming in Metro Parks
• Tennessee Film and Entertainment Commission
• Location Directory
• Production Directory
• Tennessee Film Resources

Street Pole Banner Program

• Street Pole Banner Program Information and Application

Permit Resources

Street Closures

• Street, Lane or Sidewalk Closure Application
• Nashville Area Road Closings / Special Event Closings

Accessibility

• General Services ADA Form

Alcohol

• Beer Board
• Special Occasions License (ABC)

Fire Marshal

• Permit Requirements for Special Events
• Tent Permit Application
• LPG (Propane) Application
• Special Fire Watch Application

Food Sales

• Temporary Food Sales

Insurance

• Sample Insurance Form

Parks

• Metro Parks Event Permit Application

Waste and Recycling

• Event Recycling Containers
• Sanitation Deposit Refund Form

Service Providers

• Search for Service Providers (event organizers, security companies, staging and more)