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Council recommends approval for extended liquor zone for downtown motorcycle event
Summary
The council voted to recommend approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for a temporary extension of premises for Retrograde Brew and Barbecue's motorcycle event May 1–2, 2026, with staff outlining security plans, barriers and ID/wristband controls.
The council recommended that the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control approve a temporary extension of premises/patio permit to allow an extended open‑container zone for a downtown motorcycle event hosted by Retrograde Brew and Barbecue.
Staff described the proposed event: a kickoff on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and the main event on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., covering South Fifth Avenue to 7th Street and Main Street from Central to 6th Avenue. The event plan includes a cordoned‑off alcohol zone with barriers and signage, three controlled entry points with security, wristbands and ID checks, and a security plan with staff‑only safety points near the entertainment stage.
Council emphasized the importance of notifying affected businesses and running the event through the special events committee. A motion recommending approval to the state licensing board carried.
Next steps: the council’s recommendation will be forwarded to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for final action; staff will coordinate notifications with Main Street businesses and the special events committee.
