Rules & Guidelines

Below are a list of guidelines to which all performers must adhere. Noncompliance will result in a revocation of the group’s permit.

• The SDDA authorizes family-friendly activities only. Authorized representatives of the SDDA or the City will terminate any activity considered tasteless, rude or offensive.

• Performers must not block open store entrances or have noise levels that prevent normal business activities. Please note: Amplification requires special approval and a separate permit process through the City of Staunton.

• Performers must cooperate with businesses if asked to move or adjust sound levels.

• Performers must not block or litter the sidewalks. Instrument cases and other belongings must be neatly stowed.

• Performers may accept donations and distribute information with this permit. Contact information must be on file with the SDDA.

• Performers may not sell anything without a City of Staunton business license.

• Performers must schedule their times between 9:00am and 11:30pm in accordance with Staunton City Code.

The following list of locations are pre-approved spots for street performances. Note: Performers wanting to perform in front of any other location must file written permission from the business owner with the SDDA.

• The Wharf – Byers Street Bistro

• Johnson Street – Statler Brothers Monument

• New Street – Cranberry’s Grocery & Eatery

• East Beverley – Staunton Courts Building or the By & By

• 5 East Beverley – Hammond Insurance, on front tiles

• Augusta & Beverley St. Intersection – SunTrust Bank

• 24 W Beverley St – CoArt/Beverley Street Studio School Galleries

• 116 W Beverley St – City Hall