Event Planner Resources

Rates are determined by multiple factors, including the musicians’ experience and expertise. Highly skilled artists who have been honing their craft for years will have higher fees because of the value of their expertise. Popularity and demand also contribute significantly.

The type of event and venue, duration and scope of the performance, and the geographical location are other factors that influence pricing. Musicians may tailor rates based on the specific needs of the client in the terms outlined in the contract or agreement.

Ultimately, recognizing the elements that contribute to musicians’ rates fosters a fair and equitable approach to compensating these artists for their unique skills and contributions to Jackson’s music scene.

• What is the arrival time to allow for unloading and sound checks?
• What is the start time and preferred introduction?
• Who is the point person during the performance?
• What is the expected finish time?
• What breaks are required during the performance?
• Does the band provide lighting and sound equipment?
• Is the lighting and sound equipment (or P.A.) the correct one for the size of the venue?
• Do they provide a sound guy?
• Do they need a green room?
• Let the band know if you have any specific song requests.

• The Beer Board – All beer permit applications go through Jackson’s beer board. The Beer Board is composed of three members appointed by the city council based on the mayor’s recommendation. The Beer Board is empowered to regulate various aspects of beer-related activities in accordance with the local ordinance and state law. Additionally, the board can establish bylaws, rules, and regulations for its business, ensuring they are not inconsistent with state law, the city charter, or any local ordinance.
• Application Fee – If you’re looking to obtain a beer permit, please keep in mind that there’s a non-refundable application fee of $250. Additionally, there may be other fees that will be required to cover the actual cost of investigation, meetings of the beer board members, and publication. The exact amount of these fees will be determined at the discretion of the Beer Board.
• Privilege Tax – A privilege tax of one hundred dollars ($100.00) is imposed on businesses involved in selling, distributing, storing, or manufacturing beer. This tax must be remitted to the City of Jackson, Tennessee every successive January 1. When a new permit is issued to any business subject to this tax, the permit holder must pay the privilege tax on a prorated basis for each month or portion thereof remaining until the next tax payment date.

1. Manufacturers – This is a permit given to a manufacturer who makes beer or other alcoholic beverages which are not more than 5% alcohol. The permit allows them to make, store, sell, distribute, and transport the product. However, the consumer cannot consume the product in or near the premises of the manufacturer.
2. Off-Premises Sale – An off-premises sale permit allows selling beverages to someone who will not consume them on or near the seller’s premises. This can be done to a person or a legal organization engaged in the sale of such beverages.
3. On-Premises Sale – An on-premises sale permit is issued to individuals or businesses that sell beverages to be consumed on their premises by the buyer or their guests. This permit also allows the sale of such beverages in hotel rooms, regularly conducted hotels, and regularly incorporated clubs and lodges, provided they obtain the required permit.
4. Special Occasion Permit – If you want to sell alcoholic beverages for a limited time at a particular location, you need to get a special permit for that occasion. This permit allows you to sell beer on city property and/or on streets and sidewalks. However, before applying for the permit, you must get written approval from the head of the city department that is responsible for the property where you want to sell the drinks.
5. Sports Venues – An ongoing permit may be issued for the sale of beer at city sports stadiums and at the municipal-owned golf course.

• Beer Permit Application
• Beer Application Facts Sheet
• Information Sheet
• Guarantor Form
• Beer Ordinance
• Certificate of Occupancy