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Electronic Games of Skill Guidance

ABC licensed establishments may now apply to add electronic games of skill devices to their premises. Guidance and FAQs available online.

New Licensee Orientation

Master ABC laws and regulations and best practices—and get tips for how to work effectively with your community. Multiple dates available.

2019 Pub Crawl Licenses Expiring

Complete applications for a pub crawl license are due at least 60-days before the initial pub crawl event. Licenses issued in 2019 expire December 31.

Guidance on Sports Wagering

Licensed and regulated sports wagering is legal in DC. ABC licensees and community groups can get clarity on the application and public input process using our online resources and FAQs.

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Use the form or call to submit a complaint about violations at licensed establishments.

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Upcoming Events

Dec 9 2019 (All day)

Roll Call Hearings Schedule - December 9, 2019

Dec 11 2019 (All day)

ABC Board's Weekly Calendar

Dec 19 2019 - 14:00

ABC Licensee Orientation Training

Latest

Jul 17 2019

New and Reappointed ABC Board Members Sworn In

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Today, two incumbent members of the District’s Alcoholic Beverage Control...

Nov 6 2018

District of Columbia’s Alcohol Agency Announced as 2018 National Liquor Law Enforcement Association Agency of The Year

(WASHINGTON, DC) – The Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA), a District of Columbia...

Oct 30 2018

New Alcohol Law Provides Business Opportunities for District Alcohol Manufacturers

(WASHINGTON, DC) — An alcohol law going into effect today provides new business opportunities for...

May 23 2018

New Law Allows Eligible Licensees to Apply for Extended Hours for the 2018 All-Star Game and World Cup

On May 21, 2018 Mayor Muriel Bowser signed the 2018 All-Star Game and World Cup Emergency Amendment...

Feb 15 2018

Ward 4 Grocery Store Bill in Effect Today

(Washington, DC) – New or renovated full-service grocery stores can now apply to sell beer and wine...

Nov 13 2019

ABRA's Last Call Newsletter November/December 2019

Check out the November/December 2019 edition of Last Call. In this issue: ...

Sep 18 2019

ABRA's Last Call Newsletter September/October 2019

Check out the September/October 2019 edition of Last Call. In this issue: Sports...

Jul 11 2019

ABRA's Last Call Newsletter July/August 2019

Check out the July/August 2019 edition of Last Call. In this issue:

Mar 28 2019

ABRA's Last Call Newsletter March/April 2019

Check out the March/April 2019 edition of Last Call. In this issue: Adams Morgan...

Feb 14 2019

ABRA's Last Call Newsletter January/February 2019

Check out the January/February 2019 edition of Last Call. In this issue: 2019...

Sep 12 2018

ABC Board Decision on June 20, 2018 Complaint Against Trump International Hotel

Statement from Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Chairperson Donovan Anderson:

Mar 29 2016

ABC Board to Announce Decision on Georgetown Moratorium Zone March 30

WHAT/WHO: The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (Board) will announce its decision tomorrow...

Jul 7 2014

ABC Board to Issue Decision on Adams Morgan Moratorium Zone Wednesday, July 9

WHAT/WHO: The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (Board) will decide whether to extend, modify or not...

May 5 2014

ABC Board to Hear Public Input May 7 on Adams Morgan Moratorium Proposals

WHAT/WHO: The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (Board) will hold a hearing on Wednesday, May 7 to...

Nov 18 2013

ABC Board to Decide Future of East Dupont Circle Moratorium Nov. 20

What/Who: The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (Board) will decide the future of the East Dupont...

Nov 3 2019

Clocks Fall Back November 3, 2019

Restaurants, taverns, hotels, and other on-premises establishments will have an extra hour to...

Nov 1 2017

Extended Holiday Hours Program Update

The Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) is informing licensees of eligible holidays...

Oct 13 2017

New Food Service Product Regulations

Businesses that serve food or beverages in the District could face fines next year if certain...

Aug 25 2017

License Renewals Due for Class B Wholesalers and Retailers October 2, 2017

All class B licensed retailers and wholesalers in the District are due to renew alcoholic beverage...

Aug 25 2017

Annual Payments Due for Nightclubs and Taverns October 2, 2017

Tavern and nightclub licensees that pay for licenses on an annual basis are due to make payments by...

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2000 14th Street, NW, Suite 400 South, Washington, DC 20009
Phone: (202) 442-4423
Fax: (202) 442-9563
TTY: (746) 777-7776
Alternate Number: Complaint Hotline: (202) 329-6347 (7pm - 3am) Media Inquiries: abra.dc.gov/page/abra-media-inquiry-form
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