Alcohol Policy for Small Private Events

Small Private Events

Private, small,, invitation only events, not open to the general public. Small weddings, holiday parties, birthdays, receptions, etc. The advertisement of the event to gather more attendees on social media or elsewhere is not allowed. 

Size of Event

100 Participants or less

Alcohol Service

Table placement or open bar, cash/ticket bars prohibited. No charge for alcohol is permitted, including any type of donation. Guests must be given the alcohol at no charge. 

Alcohol Type allowed

Beer or Wine Only. No spirits.  No individual glass containers. Beer or wine can be purchased by the host from any licensed establishment (e.g. grocery or liquor store). 

Requirements

Tickets cannot be sold for attendance at events. Completed Alcohol Agreement and Plan form and payment submitted 10 days before event to seniorcenter@cityofmadison.com for approval.

Insurance Needed

None

Fee

$50