Milwaukee License Division

04/14/2026

Celebrate ! Take part in this special day by visiting your favorite Milwaukee places, supporting local businesses, or giving back through service. Stop by the annual 414 flag drop festivities beginning at 11 a.m. tomorrow at City Hall. Details at: https://www.jsonline.com/story/entertainment/events/2026/04/11/guide-to-milwaukee-414-day-celebrations-deals-discounts-and-more/89520255007/

03/04/2026

There are still spots available for the Pivot Workshop next Wednesday, March 11! Register today and come hear from city employees about the rules and regulations of operating a business in Milwaukee!

Are you interested in opening a restaurant, tavern, convenience store, or other business in Milwaukee? Trying to make sense of the local rules and regulations? Join the City of Milwaukee – License Division for a FREE Pivot workshop on Wednesday, March 11 at 1p.m. at the Beulah Brinton Community Center (2555 S Bay Street)! During this 2-hour workshop, you will learn about license and occupancy requirements, health inspections and grades, grant opportunities, and more. Register for the March 11 workshop at https://bit.ly/Pivot-March11.

Come learn about rules, regulations, best practices, and opportunities for small businesses in Milwaukee at this free workshop!

02/11/2026

Are you interested in opening a restaurant, tavern, convenience store, or other business in Milwaukee? Trying to make sense of the local rules and regulations? Join the City of Milwaukee – License Division for a FREE Pivot workshop on Wednesday, March 11 at 1p.m. at the Beulah Brinton Community Center (2555 S Bay Street)! During this 2-hour workshop, you will learn about license and occupancy requirements, health inspections and grades, grant opportunities, and more. Register for the March 11 workshop at https://bit.ly/Pivot-March11.

01/21/2026

Are you interested in opening a restaurant, tavern, convenience store, or other business in Milwaukee? Trying to make sense of the local rules and regulations? Join the City of Milwaukee – License Division for a FREE Pivot workshop! During this 2-hour workshop, you will learn about license and occupancy requirements, health inspections and grades, grant opportunities, and more. Register for a workshop today at Pivot-MKE.eventbrite.com.

01/16/2026

Most City of Milwaukee offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and will return to regular hours on Tuesday, January 20. Request City services at milwaukee.gov/Click4Action, use the MKE Mobile app, or call 414-286-CITY.

Join the celebration! View programming, performances, and activities at the MLK Branch Library at mpl.org/special_events_and_programs/mlkday.

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Montgomery, Alabama, August 11, 1957

12/23/2025

Have a Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season! A reminder that most City of Milwaukee offices are closed for the holiday on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25. Request City services at milwaukee.gov/Click4Action, use the MKEmobile app, or call 414-286-CITY.

11/25/2025

A reminder that most City of Milwaukee offices are closed for the holiday this Thursday and Friday (Nov. 27 + 28). Regular hours return on Monday, December 1. 🦃 Please request City services at milwaukee.gov/Click4Action, use the MKEmobile app, or call 414-286-CITY.

11/17/2025

Join the Milwaukee License Division and our city partners tomorrow for the final Pivot Workshop of 2025! Come learn about rules, regulations, and best practices for business owners in Milwaukee. Register for free at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1140936976209?aff=oddtdtcreator.

Starting or expanding a business in Milwaukee? Trying to make sense of local regulations? Attend the License Division’s FREE Pivot Program!

11/06/2025

Starting January 1, 2026, public places available for rental as event venues that wish to serve alcohol beverages must hold either a Class B Tavern License or a No-Sale Event Venue Permit. See the Milwaukee License Division's new Event Venue Factsheet for useful information that can help you make the best decision for your business.

10/28/2025

Starting a restaurant, convenience store, or other business in Milwaukee that needs a license? Check out the License Division's FREE Pivot Workshop to hear from local departments on rules, regulations, and best practices for your business. The workshop includes presentations from the Milwaukee Police Department, Department of Neighborhood Services, Department of Health, and the Commercial Corridor team. Register at

Starting or expanding a business in Milwaukee? Trying to make sense of local regulations? Attend the License Division’s FREE Pivot Program!