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Yes/Boston Innovation Challenge 2026
Yes/Boston Innovation Challenge 2026
Explore the Yes/Boston Challenge by UpLink in partnership with Deloitte — empowering innovators to develop sustainable, scalable solutions for Boston’s urban future. Discover winning projects, local impact stories, and partnerships transforming the city.
5 Boston restaurants receive all-alcohol licenses under new legislation
5 Boston restaurants receive all-alcohol licenses under new legislation
The Licensing Board approved the first batch of Boston restaurant applicants to exchange beer and wine licenses for all-alcohol licenses.
City of Boston Licensing Board Approves First Five Liquor Upgrades for Beer and Wine Licensees | Boston.gov
City of Boston Licensing Board Approves First Five Liquor Upgrades for Beer and Wine Licensees | Boston.gov
Today, the Boston Licensing Board approved five applications from beer and wine licensees upgrading to non-transferable all alcoholic beverages licenses. The businesses—89 Charles, Bebop, Carmelina's, New England Wicked Craft Company, and Serafina—are the first five businesses in Massachusetts to take advantage of this legislation, which was included in the Fiscal Year 2026 Massachusetts State Budget. The Licensing Board will send the five applications to the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission for investigation and final approval.
Beer and Wine License Upgrades: Frequently Asked Questions | Boston.gov
Beer and Wine License Upgrades: Frequently Asked Questions | Boston.gov
General Rules for the Licensing Board Licensing Board Office Hours Applying for a new liquor license FAQs
1/30: Dealflow Mixer: Connecting Investors & Founders
1/30: Dealflow Mixer: Connecting Investors & Founders
Startup Boston + City of Boston are bringing together pre-seed and seed-stage founders building product-based startups and investors who back product-driven…
Register for 2/9 Boston Restaurateurs Open House
Register for 2/9 Boston Restaurateurs Open House
Boston Globe: Boston has given out 64 new free liquor licenses. Here’s how they’re changing the city.
Boston Globe: Boston has given out 64 new free liquor licenses. Here’s how they’re changing the city.
The flood of licenses has unleashed a wave of creativity among restaurant owners and entrepreneurs.
Learn more and apply for the Catering Accelerator Program
Learn more and apply for the Catering Accelerator Program
Whether your restaurant is just getting started with catering or looking to take your existing catering to the next level, the City of Boston Catering Accelerator Program will give you the tools, knowledge, and support to increase your revenue through catering during this eight-week program led by Prepshift. The deadline to apply to the Catering Accelerator Program is Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 12 pm. If you have any questions, please email hello@prepshift.co for support.
The Best Places to Eat in 2026 | Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Places to Eat in 2026 | Condé Nast Traveler
For heritage cheesemaking, daring tasting menus, and ancient wines.
City's Supplier Diversity Department Completes First Term With Successes and Goals for the Future
City's Supplier Diversity Department Completes First Term With Successes and Goals for the Future
Register for the 1/14 Small Business Tax Preparation Workshop
Register for the 1/14 Small Business Tax Preparation Workshop
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: City of Boston: Small Business Tax Preparation Workshop. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Register for Liquor License Application Office Hours
Register for Liquor License Application Office Hours
Job: Neighborhood Business Manager, Office of Small Business
Job: Neighborhood Business Manager, Office of Small Business
Job: Deputy Director of Administration and Finance, Department of Supplier Diversity
Job: Deputy Director of Administration and Finance, Department of Supplier Diversity
Job: Construction Monitor, Department of Supplier Diversity
Job: Construction Monitor, Department of Supplier Diversity
White Stadium Contractor Portal
White Stadium Contractor Portal
Instantly create forms that are easy to make and take. Start conversations, automate workflows, and turn leads into revenue with ease.
White Stadium Supplier Diversity Initiative
White Stadium Supplier Diversity Initiative
Learn more and apply to the Outdoor Dining Program
Learn more and apply to the Outdoor Dining Program
The City of Boston's Outdoor Dining Program is closed for the season. Stay tuned for announcements and updates regarding the 2026 Outdoor Dining Program in early 2026. Restaurants interested in participating are encouraged to contact outdoordining@boston.gov with any immediate questions.
How to Apply for a Liquor License
How to Apply for a Liquor License
Alcoholic Beverages Retail License Applications in the City of Boston are processed by Boston Licensing Board ("BLB" or "Board").
Liquor License FAQs
Liquor License FAQs
If you're interested in applying for a liquor license, the Boston Licensing Board and Office of Small Business are here to help. Please call 617-635-4170, email licensingboard@boston.gov, or visit City Hall, Room 809 for assistance. The Licensing Board has put together a "how-to" guide on how to apply for a liquor license. View the step-by-step process.
Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
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Nightlife Economy
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