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PLCB Amusement Permit: Philadelphia restaurant guide

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board

What it is

Liquor licensees need this permit to offer dancing, live music, DJs or other entertainment on the licensed premises.

When a restaurant needs it

Alcohol licensee with live music, DJ, dancing or entertainment.

How to apply

Apply in PLCB+ (often filed with the license transfer).

Documents you’ll need

License number
Description of entertainment and area

Fee

1/5 of the license fee, minimum $40

Processing time

Varies

Renewal

With the license

Who files

Licensee or attorney.

Good to know

File it with your license transfer so entertainment can start on opening day.

Official source

PLCB license and permit fees (Sept 2026)

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Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Guidance only, not legal advice.