Press release: City looking for ABC permit applications for social district
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The city of Lexington is requiring ABC permittees within the Lexington Social District that wish to participate in the district to fill out and submit the following form: Registration Form for Social District
On September 8, 2021, Session Law 2021-150 was ratified, allowing local governments to establish “Social District” within their jurisdictions. These Social Districts allow for common areas where licensed establishments (e.g. bars, breweries, restaurants) may sell alcoholic beverages in designated containers to be taken into the common area for consumption. On June 26, 2023, the Lexington City Council adopted an ordinance establishing a Social District, designated the Lexington Social District.
The city will announce once the district is operational. Then, the district will be in effect Sunday – Saturday, 10 a.m. to midnight, excluding the day of the Lexington BBQ Festival.
An individual (21+) will be able to order an alcoholic beverage in a district cup at a participating establishment. No outside alcohol is permitted within the district.
They can enjoy their beverage through the district and within establishments and stores that allow beverages.
They must discard of the beverage before leaving the district or entering a vehicle.
For additional questions, contact:
City of Lexington Office of Business and Community Development at 336-248-3900
NC Alcohol Law Enforcement Division at 336-256-1362
Lexington Police Department 336-243-3302
