Special Events & Permits in Arlington, TX (2026)
1 verified special events & permits rules for Arlington, Texas, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Street Fair Rules
A carnival, circus, or festival-style amusement ride in Arlington needs a special event/temporary outdoor event permit from the Building Official before operations begin, under UDC Sec. 3.4.5.A as revised by Ordinance No. 26-019. In the HC, FBZ-Core, DT-FBZ-Gateway, BP, NMU, and RMU districts the City Council must also approve hours, location, and a specific use permit; every district group caps the use at two operating stints per year and eight consecutive days each.
Arlington Carnival and Festival Event Permits
Significant RestrictionsArlington Unified Development Code Sec. 3.4.5.A (as revised by Ord. No. 26-019)
A. Carnival, Circus, or Amusement Ride 1. In the HC, FBZ-Core, DT-FBZ-Gateway, BP, NMU, and RMU districts: a. The hours of operation and location shall be subject to approval by the City Council as part of any specific use permit approval. b. The City Council may approve a specific use permit not to exceed two years. However, the use may not operate more than twice in a 12-month period, nor may...
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