An establishment with an annual City Liquor License may apply for a (1) one-day Temporary Entertainment License valid for a twenty-four(24) hour period. Such application shall be made in the manner prescribed in chapter 411.05 and shall be subject to the same requirements regarding inspection and floor space as provided elsewhere in that chapter. No location shall be granted more than three(3) such licenses per calendar year. Such licenses shall not require the consent of owners and occupants of adjacent properties. An establishment that already has an annual entertainment license is not required to obtain a temporary entertainment license.

Code Requirements: See Chapter 411 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for more information.

Apply for an Entertainment Temporary License in PAULIE

Search application labeled, Entertainment - Temporary.

Your temporary license application will need the following information/required document(s):

  • Proof of current Secretary of State registration and Assumed Name Filing
  • Attach a copy of the required notice at least 15 days in advance of the event to all owners within 350 feet (a mailing list can be obtained by calling (651) 266-8989) that includes the event location, date and time. 
    • The notice must also include the statement: “If any person has comments about this proposed temporary extension of entertainment service, they are encouraged to telephone the public information and complaint office at (651) 266-8989." Please see Example Letter.
  • A Sound Level Variance or Amplified Sound Permit may be required (Saint Paul Legislative Code Chapter 293) - contact Information at 651-266-8989)

Inspections: This review may include on site inspections(s) to verify compliance with applicable regulations.

Fees: See Fee Table for current License fees.

Expiration/Renewal: An Entertainment Temporary License is valid only for the date(s) of the specific event.

If you have questions, contact the DSI at 651-266-8989, or email the DSI Message Center.