Special Events & Film Production Office

The Special Events Office is responsible for providing event permits and will assist with scheduling and approval by other city departments to ensure a safe and smooth event process.

2012 Special Events Office calendar of events

Permit Checklist A permit may not be needed in many situations. Read through the checklist to determine if your event requires a permit.
2012 Outdoor Event Permit Application Please submit 30-60-90 days prior to event (depending on type) to avoid incurring late fees. Refer to page 1 of the application form.
Film Permit Application Please submit at least 2 weeks prior to event to avoid incurring late fees.

Permits for events at neighborhood and district parks outside of the resort area are issued by the Parks & Recreation department. Please call 385-1189 for help with holding an event at a non-resort neighborhood park.

The Parks & Recreation department also plans public year-round events. Their event calendar can be seen by clicking the image in the right sidebar.

The Special Events and Film Production Office does not plan, present or sponsor events itself.

Events in Virginia Beach are planned and presented by individuals, neighborhood associations, non-profit organizations, other city departments, local businesses, cultural institutions and professional event planners.

The current city contractor for entertainment events in the oceanfront resort area is:

Tentative 2012 BeachStreet Calendar Schedule of Events

City Staff

Email	Job Title	Phone # (757)
William Kelly	Special Events and Film Manager	385-6635
Brooks Hierstein	Special Events Supervisor	385-6637
Jamie Files	Special Events Supervisor	385-6638
Kenneth Payne	Special Events Supervisor	385-6640