Entertainment Business Compliance

The management of the entertainment program, including licensing and application processing, has transitioned from the Community Development Department, Code Compliance Division to the Convention & Cultural Services Department, Entertainment Services Division. For communication, email entertainpermit@cityofsacramento.org or call (916) 808-3535. Issues regarding inspections, violations and appeals remain under Code Enforcement’s jurisdiction.

The City of Sacramento encourages the development of arts and culture in order to provide rich and diverse cultural experiences for the City's residents and its visitors. For venues that provide ongoing entertainment, they are required to obtain a two-year entertainment permit.

Please visit the new location for Entertainment Permits information via the Entertainment Services Division at the link below.

Entertainment Permits

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