Serving Alcoholic Beverages at UCI Sponsored Events

Are you planning an event where alcoholic beverages will be served? Below are some steps to hosting a safe and legal event. All UCI Sponsored Events that include the service of alcoholic beverages must be in compliance with UCI Alcohol Policy, Section 900-13 and California State Law.

What are the steps to have alcohol service approved for my event?

1. Submit a UCI Alcohol Request Form (20 business days in advance) to UCI Dining either through email (food@uci.edu) or intercampus mail (zot code – 3700). If you are unsure if a UCI Alcohol Request form is required for your event, please review the UCI Alcohol Request form flow chart.

• Event Location Approver & Approving Authority must be signed
• For outdoor events on University premises, include a detailed diagram of the location where alcohol will be served that shows:
  • Layout of alcohol service area with approximate dimensions
  • Barricade parameters
  • Clearly marked entrance and exit pathways. Signs stating “no alcohol beyond this point” must be posted at all exits.

2. Dining will review the Alcohol Request Form and will contact you for further instructions

• If there will be a sale of alcohol and ABC One Day license will be required, contact UCI Dining Services to assist with this process

3. Submit required documents and wait for approval 

Additional Resources

California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC)
Citations from California Law Related to Alcoholic Beverages
3 Steps for a Successful UCI Event with Alcoholic Beverage Service
How to Obtain Required Licenses to Sell Alcoholic Beverages at UCI Events