Special Events & Permits in Lyon County, NV (2026)
3 rules for unincorporated Lyon County, Nevada.
Verified from official government sources
Park Event Permits
Holding a special event in a Lyon County park requires a permit from the parks director, who weighs factors from expected attendance and noise to whether alcohol will be served before approving or denying it. A denial can be appealed to the Board of County Commissioners within 30 days, but the director can revoke an issued permit for cause, including a permittee's rule or law violations.
Special Event Permits for County Parks, Lyon County NV
Significant RestrictionsLyon County Code §§ 14.06.02, 14.06.03
A permit is required to hold a special event in a county park. The director may approve and issue a permit for a special event, taking into account the following factors: A. The park facility requested for use, including the size of the park and its location relative to other facilities and residential areas, B. The number of persons expected to be in attendance, ... ... G. Whether alcohol will...
Parade Permits
Lyon County, Nevada requires a parade permit before sponsoring, organizing or holding a parade or outdoor assemblage that closes or interferes with a county road, under section 7.05.02 of the county code, with the county manager approving after sheriff, fire district and public works sign-off.
Lyon County Parade and Road Closure Permit
Some RestrictionsLyon County Code § 7.05.02
7.05.02: PERMITS: A. Permit Required: ... It is unlawful for any person to sponsor, organize or hold a parade or outdoor assemblage requiring the closure of or interference with a county road or right of way within the unincorporated areas of Lyon County without first securing a parade permit. B. Permit Process: An application and permit for temporary occupancy of Lyon County right of way may b...
Street Fair Rules
In unincorporated Lyon County, Nevada, anyone running an outdoor music or dance festival outside a permanent building needs a county license, applied for at least 60 days ahead with a nonrefundable $100 fee. The Board of County Commissioners holds a public hearing and can require security, water, sanitation and medical plans before granting one.
Outdoor Festival Licenses in Lyon County
Significant RestrictionsLyon County Code § 5.07.02
5.07.02: LICENSE REQUIRED: ... No person shall operate, maintain, conduct, advertise or sell or furnish tickets for an outdoor festival in the County unless he shall first obtain a license from the County to operate or conduct such festival. ... 5.07.03: ... APPLICATION FOR LICENSE: Application for a license to conduct an outdoor festival shall be made in writing to the Clerk of the Board of Co...
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