Boston Businesses Can Now Upgrade Liquor Licenses, City to Host Workshop
BOSTON, MA – Beer and wine license holders in Boston may soon be able to expand their offerings thanks to new state legislation, and the City is hosting a workshop to explain the process. The Boston Licensing Board and Office of Small Business will present a workshop on November 17 at 10 a.m. at bell In Hand Tavern (45 Union Street) detailing how businesses can upgrade to a non-transferable all-alcoholic beverages license.
As part of the Fiscal Year 2026 Massachusetts State Budget, the State Legislature authorized cities and towns across Massachusetts to allow these upgrades.The workshop will begin with a presentation from the Licensing Board, followed by insights from Irene Li of Prepshift, who will discuss key considerations for business owners contemplating the change.
Interested parties can register for the workshop at https://bostonecondev.typeform.com/to/T0Vhckpq.
For questions, contact the Licensing Board at 617-635-4170 or licensingboard@boston.gov. Business owners are also encouraged to attend virtual office hours or visit the Licensing Board at 1 City Hall Square, Room 809.
