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Event insurance — special-event liability, COI today.

Weddings, parties, pop-ups, markets and vendor booths. Your venue needs a certificate of insurance — we issue it the same day, with them named as additional insured. Мы говорим по-русски.

Office hours Mon–Fri 9am–5pm PT (closed major holidays) — please call during hours. After hours, text (310) 299-5555 or apply online anytime and we’ll follow up.

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CoverToday Insurance Agency — a DBA of Univision Insurance Services LLC · CA License #0K77310

Two ways to get covered

Work with an agent, or buy your event policy online

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Best when the venue’s requirements are unusual, alcohol is being served and you need host liquor liability, the guest count is large, or you’re a vendor who needs coverage across several dates. We read the venue’s certificate request, match the policy to it, and issue the COI with them named as additional insured.

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For a straightforward one-day event, our online partner The Event Helper lets you complete the application, pay, and download your certificate yourself — any hour, any day. You add your venue as additional insured during checkout. Eligibility and availability depend on your event type, state and the venue’s requirements.

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The Event Helper is one of several partners CoverToday works with, and we may earn a commission on policies purchased through this link. Buying online means you skip our review — call us first if you want us to compare it against the other carriers we represent. Independent broker — coverage, eligibility, price and availability vary by carrier and policy and may not be available to everyone. (310) 299-5555 · covertoday.com/quote

Why CoverToday

Covered today, certificate in hand

Most venues, cities and event organizers require a special-event liability policy (often $1M) before you can hold your event — and they want a certificate of insurance (COI) naming them as additional insured. Whether it’s a wedding, a birthday, a corporate event, or a weekend vendor booth, we set it up fast and get you the certificate the same day.

Coverage

What it covers

Special-event liability

Third-party injury and property damage at your event (commonly $1M).

Host liquor liability

Protection when alcohol is served — required by many venues.

Damage to the venue

Coverage for damage to the rented premises.

Vendor / booth liability

For market vendors, pop-ups and exhibitors who need their own COI.

Additional insured COI

Same-day certificate naming the venue or organizer.

Pricing

How much it costs

One-day special-event policies are usually affordable — often around $75–$200+ depending on the number of guests, whether alcohol is served, the venue’s required limits, and the type of event. Adding host liquor liability raises it modestly. We quote it quickly and issue the certificate the same day so you can confirm your booking.

Figures are general market ranges — your exact rate depends on your profile. Call (310) 299-5555 for a free, no-obligation quote.

Requirements

Who needs it

You need event insurance whenever a venue, city park, or organizer requires proof of liability before your event — which is now standard for weddings, large parties, corporate events, festivals, and vendor/booth spaces. They’ll typically ask for a $1M policy with them named as additional insured on the certificate.

Simple process

How it works

1

Tell us about your event

Date, venue, guest count, and whether alcohol is served.

2

We match the right policy

Special-event liability with host liquor if needed.

3

Get your COI same-day

Venue added as additional insured and certificate issued fast.

FAQ

Common questions

Can I just buy event insurance online myself?

Yes — for a straightforward one-day event you can buy through our online partner and download the certificate yourself, any time of day. For unusual venue requirements, alcohol service, large guest counts, or multi-date vendor coverage, call us and we’ll place it for you.

How much does event insurance cost?

Often around $75–$200+ for a one-day policy, depending on guests, alcohol, and the venue’s required limits.

How fast can I get the certificate?

Same day — we issue the COI with your venue named as additional insured.

Do I need host liquor liability?

If alcohol is served, most venues require it. We can add it to your event policy.

Can you name my venue as additional insured?

Yes — that’s standard, and we add it on the certificate the same day.

Do vendors and booth renters need their own policy?

Usually yes — markets and fairs require each vendor to carry their own event/GL coverage. We cover vendors too.

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