Alcohol & Events
Once-off event permits: temporary liquor licences, gathering permits and entertainment authorisations from your provincial liquor authority and municipality.
- Temporary Liquor Licence in South Africa
A temporary liquor licence (often called a 'special event' or 'occasional' liquor licence) lets you sell or serve alcohol at a specific once-off event such as a wedding, festival, fundraiser or private function. It's issued by the Provincial Liquor Authority in the province where the event is held.
View requirements - Temporary Event Permit (Gathering Permit)
A temporary event permit (sometimes called a 'gathering permit' under the Regulation of Gatherings Act) is required for any public event held on public property or drawing a public crowd. Apply at your local municipality's Events Office at least 30 days before the event.
View requirements - Temporary Entertainment Permit
A temporary entertainment permit covers public performances, live music, DJs, film screenings and similar activities. It's issued alongside an event permit by your municipality.
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