District Of Columbia § 25-127 - Festival license.
Full text of District Of Columbia D.C. Code § 25-127 — Festival license., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-127. Festival license.
25-127A festival license shall authorize a licensee temporarily to sell, serve, and permit the consumption of alcoholic beverages at the specific premises described for consumption on the premises where sold; provided, that a festival license may be issued only for an event that includes the performance of sports or a cultural or tourism-related activity.
A festival license shall be issued for an event that is at least 5 consecutive days but no more than 15 consecutive days.
The issuance of a festival license shall be solely at the discretion of the Board.
The Board may deny the license application if the applicant had failed to control the environment of a previous event associated with either a festival license or a temporary license, or has sustained community complaints or police action.
There shall be 2 classes of festival licenses:
Class H (beer and wine); and
Class I (spirits, beer, and wine).
The holder of a festival license shall be permitted to receive deliveries from a wholesaler for up to 48 hours before a Board-licensed event occurring on a Saturday, Sunday, or a legal District or federal holiday; provided, that the alcoholic beverages delivered pursuant to this subsection shall not be consumed until the date and time of the event and shall be stored at a secure location before the event.
The minimum annual fee for a class H license shall be $1,000. The minimum annual fee for a class I license shall be $2,000.
Only one festival license shall be issued to an applicant in a 3-month period.
Annotations
Source: official District Of Columbia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About District Of Columbia § 25-127
What does D.C. Code § 25-127 cover?
Section 25-127 ("Festival license.") is part of the D.C. Code, the codified statutory law of District Of Columbia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite District Of Columbia § 25-127?
A common citation format is "D.C. Code § 25-127" (District Of Columbia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of District Of Columbia law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the District Of Columbia official source linked on this page or consult a licensed District Of Columbia attorney.
How does District Of Columbia § 25-127 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in District Of Columbia can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in District Of Columbia.