Dawson County adopts changes easing rules for event centers and alcohol permits

Jun 18, 2026

The Dawson County Board of Commissioners on June 18 adopted amendments to county code chapters on alcohol and special events that exempt established event centers from temporary alcohol special-event permits and raise the general special-event threshold for event centers from 100 to 300 participants; supporters said the changes will help local wedding venues and boost county revenue.

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The Dawson County Board of Commissioners voted June 18 to amend county code chapters governing alcohol and special events, a second hearing that staff said responds to operator concerns about permit layers for event centers.

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