Ceres, CA Special Events & Permits: Street Fair Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Covers
- carnivals, fairs, flea markets, parades
- Filing deadline
- at least 30 days before event
- Liability insurance minimum
- $1,000,000 per occurrence
- Vendor requirement
- business license under Chapter 5.02
- Permitting authority
- City Collector
Summary
Ceres requires a special event permit before any street fair, festival, carnival, or flea market closes a public street, and vendors selling food, drinks, or merchandise at the event must also hold a City business license.
No person shall close any portion of a public street or alley to vehicular or pedestrian traffic for the purpose of conducting a celebration, block party, street dance, local special event or for other purposes, without first obtaining a permit from the Collector as provided in this chapter. This section shall not apply to those governmental agencies which are otherwise authorized to close streets. No person shall violate any of the terms of a permit for temporary street closure...
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Municipal Code: Supplement 4).
Full Breakdown
Ceres Municipal Code Chapter 5.09 covers any amusement, concession, carnival, flea market, parade, or event that needs a temporary street closure. Organizers file with the Collector at least 30 days ahead, carry $1,000,000 in liability insurance naming the City as additional insured, and post a deposit covering estimated police, fire, and cleanup costs. Any vendor selling food, beverages, or merchandise, or soliciting charitable donations, must first satisfy the Chapter 5.02 business license process before the event permit can issue. The Collector may deny or condition a permit over noise, inadequate parking, safety hazards, or conflicts with scheduled City work.
Violations & Fines
Closing a street without a permit violates § 5.09.030. Violating permit conditions can trigger suspension or revocation under § 5.09.210, and a revoked applicant is barred from a new permit for 12 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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