Crowd Gathering Permits

Hosting a Large Public Event in Nags Head

Do you plan to host a large event in Nags Head that is open to the public? Do you anticipate attendance of over 100 people? If so, you may need a Crowd Gathering Permit.

A Crowd Gathering Permit application is available along with a copy of the Town's outdoor events and noise ordinances. The permit fee is $100 for all organizations. 

Pay the related fees online (found under miscellaneous payments).

Contact Deputy Town Clerk Michelle Gray in the Town Manager's office 252-441-5508 or email Michelle Gray if you have questions.

Form Completion & Submission

Save the Crowd Gathering Permit application to your files, complete the form provided on this page, and then email it to Michelle Gray.

  1. General Information
  2. Crowd Gathering Permit Application - Fillable in Word (DOC)
  3. Town of Nags Head Outdoor Events Ordinance (PDF)
  4. Town of Nags Head Noise Ordinance (PDF)
  5. Part II - Code of Ordinances - Chapter 4: Amusements, Entertainments, Mass Gatherings, & Commercial
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