Pima County, AZ Special Events & Permits: Street Fair Rules (2026)

Any event with more than one temporary, seasonal, or farmers market food establishment must have an event coordinator. The event coordinator must obtain a permit before any food establishment permits for the event may be issued.

B.   Available Permits.

1.   A food establishment may obtain a temporary, seasonal, or annual permit based on the duration and location of its operations.

2.   A food establishment offering only food samples may obtain a temporary, seasonal, or annual sampling permit.

3.   A food establishment or an event coordinator may obtain a permit fee reduction for an event organized by a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides an attestation that a portion of the profits will be reinvested in future development of the event or be used to benefit the local community.

C.   Permit Duration and Location Limitations.

1.   Temporary permits are valid for up to fourteen days and for a single location and event.

2.   Seasonal permits are valid for up to one hundred twenty days and for a single location and event.

3.   Annual permits are valid for up to a year and for multiple locations.

4.   A food establishment must apply for a permit at least fourteen days prior to an event to avoid a late fee.

D.   Restricted Operations.

1.   Food preparation is limited to cooking, reheating, or assembling ingredients that have been prepared in a fixed food establishment that has a