​​​​This application allows event operators to securely transmit event operator reports and vendor response forms to the department.

Format:

• Operators must submit Form S-240, Wisconsin Temporary Event Report(s) in PDF format.
• Vendor response forms may be submitted as image files (.jpg or .pdf preferred).​
  
• We accept files up to 50MB. Files larger than 50MB should be zipped or divided into two or more files.
• See Event Operators for more information on reporting requirements.

Instructions for sending your file:

• Know where the data file is saved on your PC or network.
• Click Ready to Transfer link below to begin the transfer process.
• Events Other Reporting Tool is the file type.
• Make sure Is this a test file? is checked No.
  
• On the Select the File line, click Choose File to locate the file on your PC or network.
• Click Transfer to submit your file.

Ready to Transfer

1. Do I need a personal identification number (PIN) or password to transfer my file?
   
   
2. Is data transmitted over the Internet encrypted or otherwise protected?
   
   
3. Is any confirmation receipt sent after I upload a temporary event file?
   
   
4. Do I need to submit copies of the paper Form S-240, Wisconsin Temporary Event Report, if I submit the vendor information electronically?
   
   

1. Do I need a personal identification number (PIN) or password to transfer my file?

   No. A PIN, password, or pre-registration is not required.

2. Is data transmitted over the Internet encrypted or otherwise protected?

   The file is posted via HTTPS to a web server and the data is protected with SSL 128-bit encryption. This is the same standard used for Internet financial transactions.

3. Is any confirmation receipt sent after I upload a temporary event file?

   You will see "OK Transfer Complete" along with a confirmation number and time stamp showing when the file was received. Print a copy of this screen for your records. Confirmation is not sent by email.

4. Do I need to submit copies of the paper Form S-240, Wisconsin Temporary Event Report, if I submit the vendor information electronically?

   No. Information transmitted electronically should not be duplicated by paper submission.

Quick Links:

• Publication 228 – Temporary Events
• Temporary Events Home Page

Applicable Laws and Rules

This document provides statements or interpretations of the following laws and regulations enacted as of October 30, 2024​: ch. 77 and secs. 73.03(38) and (50), Wis. Stats., and secs. Tax 11.53 and 11.535, Wis. Adm. Code.

Laws enacted and in effect after this date, new administrative rules, and court decisions may change the interpretations in this document. Guidance issued prior to this date, that is contrary to the information in this document is superseded by this document, according to sec. 73.16(2)(a), Wis. Stats.

The department welcomes your input on our guidance. Submit comments on this guidance document.

Guidance Document Number: 100311

October 30, 2024