EVENT APPLICATIONS

Host an Event in Overstrand

Planning a public event in Overstrand? Apply online to host events such as festivals, markets, sports events, parades and fundraisers.

All public events require approval in terms of the Overstrand Municipality’s Events By-law to ensure proper planning, safety and coordination with municipal and emergency services.

Applications must be submitted in advance, depending on the size of the event. The online system makes the process simple, accessible and easy to follow.

Alternatively Download the PDF How To Here:

Alternatively Download the PDF How To Here:

HOW TO APPLY

6

Track Your
Progress

1

Access the Online Application Portal

2

Create User & Partner Account

3

Apply For An
Event

4

Upload Required Documents

5

Submit your
Application

When To Apply

Applications must be submitted well in advance of your event.

  • 50-500 Atendees

    At least 1 month before the event

  • 501-2000 Atendees

    At least 2 month before the event

  • 2001-5000 Atendees

    At least 3 month before the event

  • More than 5000 Atendees

    At least 6 month before the event

Required Documents

The required documents depends on the nature of your event.

  • Indemnity & Public Liability Insurance

  • Safety & Emergency Plan

  • SAPS Risk Classification

  • Temporary Structures Approval

  • Population Certificate

  • Noise Exemption Application

  • Certificate of Acceptability (Health)

  • Medical Plan

  • Site Layout

Requirement Guidelines

Your event cannot proceed without formal approval and an issued permit.

  • Event description and programme

  • Site layout and zoning approval

  • Traffic and crowd management plans

  • Emergency and safety planning

  • Environmental and waste management

  • Permits and approvals (e.g. noise exemption, liquor licence where applicable)

  • Insurance and venue Approval

ALCOHOL SALES

If alcohol will be sold or consumed at your event, you must apply to the Western Cape Liquor Board via the South African Police Service (SAPS)

NEED ASSISTANCE?

Log a service requests via the Citizen App for the attention of the Public Liaison officers’ in Gansbaai, Hermanus and Kleinmond.

Mondays – Thursdays 07:45 – 13:00 & 13:30 – 16:30
Fridays 07:45 – 13:00 & 13:30 – 15:15 

Mon – Fri: 07:45 – 13:00 & 13:45 – 16:30
Cashiers: 08:00 -13:00 & 13:45 – 15:00