City of Boston Beer and Wine Upgrade Workshop
The Boston Licensing Board and Office of Small Business will host a workshop at Bell In Hand Tavern (45 Union Street) to explain new State Legislature that gives cities and towns across Massachusetts the opportunity to allow beer and wine license holders to upgrade their license for a non-transferable all alcoholic beverages license.
As part of the Fiscal Year 2026 Massachusetts State Budget, the State Legislature gave cities and towns across Massachusetts the opportunity to allow beer and wine license holders to upgrade their license for a non-transferable all alcoholic beverages license.
On November 17 at 10 am, the Boston Licensing Board and Office of Small Business will host a workshop at Bell In Hand Tavern (45 Union Street) to explain this legislation. After a general presentation from the Licensing Board, Irene Li of Prepshift will discuss factors business owners should consider before pursuing an upgrade.
If you have any questions, please call 617-635-4170 or email licensingboard@boston.gov. You are also encouraged to attend virtual office hours or visit the Licensing Board at 1 City Hall Square, Room 809.