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City of Folly Beach Event Form

Which best describes your event? Select all that apply.*
- Wedding on the beach (fewer than 25 persons)
- Wedding on the beach (25 or greater persons)
- Event on private property (short-term/vacation rental)
- Event on private property (hosted and attended by homeowner)
- Event at Folly River Park
- Event at Folly Beach Community Center
- Races, runs, and walks
- Commercial filming/photo shoot
- Other events on the beach (sporting events, fund raisers, etc)
- Other events on public property (festivals, cultural, music, parades, etc)
- None of these describe my event

You have selected Wedding on the beach (fewer than 25 persons)

Nothing else needed here!

You have stated that you are hosting a wedding at the beach with fewer than 25 participants and attendees.
There is nothing further required for weddings on the beach with fewer than 25 attendees.
If you selected multiple options, please continue below.
You have selected a Wedding on the Beach (25 or greater attendees)
You have selected Event on Private Property (short-term/vacation rental)

Please complete the fields below.
Per city ordinance, events in rental houses must not exceed 49 people!
You have selected an Event on private property (hosted and attended by homeowner)
You have selected an Event at the Folly Beach Community Center.
You have selected an Event at the Folly River Park.
You have selected Races, Runs, and Walks.
You have selected Commercial Filming and/or Photo Shoots.
You have selected Other Events on the Beach.
You have selected Other Events on Public Property.
You have selected that none of the above describes your event.
Sorry, it seems we are unable to help you with this form. Please contact our Community Coordinator, Colleen Jolley by phone at 843-513-1836 or by email at cjolley@cityoffollybeach.com.
Please complete the form below.
Organizing Person or Organization*
Organizer's Address*
Mailing Address City State ZIP Code
Phone*
Cell Phone (must be available during event)*
Email*
Alternate Contact
Alternate Contact Phone
Event Name*
Location on the Beach or Nearest Walkover*
Event Address*
Street Address City State ZIP Code
Rental Agency or Owner Name
Purpose of Event*
Description of Event
Estimated Number of Attendees (maximum 49)*
Please enter a value less than or equal to 49.
Estimated Number of Attendees*
Date of Event*
Alternate Date
Estimated Beginning Time (including setup)*

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M
Estimated End Time (including breakdown)*

: H

M
Are you requesting road closures?*
- Yes
- No
Road Closures and Races, City Code 153.6(D) K(2)

All events requesting road closures (races, runs, events) must obtain permission from City Council and pay the $150 road closure application fee below. All others may skip this section. All races and runs must use routes specified by the Department of Public Safety.

If applicable, see the Pre-Approved Race Routes here.
Requested duration for road closure:*
Describe your plan for safety and traffic control:*
ALL EVENTS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA PER CITY CODE 153.06(B)

(B) Criteria for approval of Special Events on public property.

(1) Special events on public property must accomplish at least one of the following objectives:
1. Have a positive impact on the quality of life for residents;
2. Enhance the image of the city;
3. Benefit the city financially;
4. Promote tourism or benefit the business community between September 10 and April 30.
(2) No special event on public property shall be approved if it will:
1. Threaten the environment or endanger wildlife;
2. Interfere with the public's use of any street or the beach for more than half a block of the beach between May 1 and September 9;
3. Involve a run or race between May 1 and September 9
4. Requires more city services, such as traffic control and litter cleanup, than the city is willing to provide
Please describe how your event meets the criteria in Section (B)(1)
Insurance and High Risk Activities, City Code 153.06 (K)(1)
Will inflatables, trampolines, mechanical rides, or amusement rides be at the event?*
- Yes
- No
Will Traveling carnivals, circuses, petting zoos, or other animals be used for the event?*
- Yes
- No
Based on your response, a certificate of insurance naming Folly Beach as an additional insured must be provided 30 days prior to the event. Events that include amusement rides must also provide a copy of the inspection report from the South Carolina Office of Elevators and Amusement Rides
Alcohol, City Codes 111.04, 153.02(1), and 153.06(K)(1)(2)
Do you plan to serve (at no charge) alcoholic beverages at the event?*
- Yes
- No
Do you plan to sell alcoholic beverages of any kind during the event?*
- Yes
- No
Selling alcohol of any kind is prohibited in the Folly River Park and Community Center, but may be provided to attendees.
Selling alcohol of any kind is prohibited in the Folly River Park and Community Center, but may be provided to attendees.
All events (other than those in the Community Center and Folly River Park) must have City Council permission to possess alcohol on public property
All events (other than those in the Community Center and Folly River Park) must have City Council permission to possess alcohol on public property
All events (other than those in the Community Center and Folly River Park) must have City Council permission to possess alcohol on public property
All events (other than those in the Community Center and Folly River Park) must have City Council permission to possess alcohol on public property
All events (other than those in the Community Center and Folly River Park) must have City Council permission to possess alcohol on public property
All events (other than those in the Community Center and Folly River Park) must have City Council permission to possess alcohol on public property
A copy of insurance is required for all events involving alcohol.
Please describe how you plan to ensure/enforce that only those of legal drinking age are consuming/purchasing alcohol.*
I understand that the issuance of this permit shall in no way affect the enforcement/prosecution of disorderly conduct, public intoxication, or any other City of Folly Beach ordinance or South Carolina Law.*
View the Folly Beach rules for Events in Folly River Park
View the Folly Beach rules for Events in the Community Center
View the Folly Beach rules for Events on the Beach (Including Weddings)
View the Folly Beach rules for Races, Runs, and Walks
View the Folly Beach rules for Other Events on the Beach
View the Folly Beach rules for Events on Public Property
View the Folly Beach rules for Events on Private Property
View the Folly Beach rules for Events on Private Property (Homeowner Present)
View the Folly Beach Code of Ordinances page
By signing, you agree that you have read and will comply with the rules (links above), and will be available at the phone number listed during the event. You are responsible for complying with all city rules and ordinances.*
If you have any questions, please contact the Community Coordinator, Colleen Jolley, at 843-513-1836 or cjolley@cityoffollybeach.com.

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