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​Special Occasion Permits

Permit authority

Special Occasion Permits allow eligible entities to sell alcohol during fundraising events such as bazaars, picnics, etc.

  • A Special Occasion Permit may only be granted for an event used by the applicant as a means of raising funds for itself.
  • Only the area where sales of alcohol will take place needs to be licensed under the permit.
  • Special Occasion Permits may only be used for nine consecutive or nonconsecutive days and an additional 10 consecutive days during a calendar year.
 

Advance Application

  • An entity that has never been approved for a Special Occasion Permit before must submit an application at least 30 calendar days prior to the event for which the Special Occasion Permit is sought. 
  • If an entity has been granted a Special Occasion Permit in the past, a Special Occasion Permit application must be submitted at least 10 business days in advance of the event.
 
Review the list of eligible entities​ to determine if your organization and event may qualify for a Special Occasion Permit, then visit PLCB+ to apply for a permit. Paper applications will not be accepted. For detailed directions on how to apply for a Special Occasion Permit, review the Special Occasion Permit Application Process document​.