Outdoor music at venues and events in Grapevine requires a permit when it extends beyond normal operations. Main Street wineries and the Gaylord Texan operate under specific CO and SUP conditions.
Outdoor live music and amplified performance in Grapevine is regulated through Chapter 18 of the Code of Ordinances, the Certificate of Occupancy and Specific Use Permit for each venue, and the Special Event Permit process run by the Parks and Recreation Department. Historic Main Street wineries including tasting rooms and patios can host acoustic performers under their normal CO but generally need an amplified music SUP amendment for outdoor stages and sound systems. The Gaylord Texan resort operates under its own master SUP with dedicated outdoor performance areas. Parks hosting events (Parr Park, Oak Grove Park, Dove Park) require Parks Department reservations plus special event permits for amplified sound. Standard event conditions require amplified outdoor music to end by 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, unless the permit specifies a later cutoff. Exceptions are granted for major city-hosted festivals including Grapefest (September), Main Street Days (May), and Carol of Lights (December). Enforcement is by Grapevine Police with Code Compliance; violations can lead to event permit revocation mid-event.
Class C misdemeanor; up to 500 dollars per day. Permit revocation possible for repeated or severe violations during events.
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