Tacoma Venues & Events SkillShops are designed to inform, teach, and support our event organizers to ensure they have the necessary tools to execute successful events.
Did you miss our last TVE SkillShop?
uPCOMING sKILLsHOPS
Permits, Programs, and Resources
Monday, May 19 - 11:00AM via Zoom
Connect with City of Tacoma staff, including the Special Events team and key members of the event review committee. Get valuable information on permit and license requirements from Parks Tacoma, Tacoma Fire Department, City of Tacoma Tax & License, and the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. Plus, learn more about Environmental Services programs that can support and enhance events.
Tacoma Venues & Events: Ashley Young, Special Events Coordinator
Parks Tacoma: Ryan Schroeder, Regional Event Supervisor
Tacoma Fire Department: Vincente Robles, Tacoma Fire Prevention, LT Fire Investigator
City of Tacoma Tax & Licensing: Michael Hubbard, Tax & License Compliance Officer
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department: Amanda Peters, TPCHD EHS III
City of Tacoma Environmental Services: Anthony Kolvick, Solid Waste Route Supervisor | ES SW Special Programs
Permitting Public Space: How to Host Events on Tacoma Streets
Monday, June 16 - 11:00AM via Zoom
Learn how to successfully host events in Tacoma’s public spaces with guidance from City of Tacoma staff and Pierce Transit representatives. This free and interactive SkillShop will walk event organizers through the process of activating the public right-of-way, including streets and sidewalks. Designed for planners of all experience levels, the session will cover special event permitting updates, department-specific requirements, and practical tips to help bring your event to life.
