Updated
Updated · Eater NY · Jun 9
Hochul Extends New York Bar Hours to 4 A.M. Through June 20 for World Cup
Updated
Updated · Eater NY · Jun 9

Hochul Extends New York Bar Hours to 4 A.M. Through June 20 for World Cup

3 articles · Updated · Eater NY · Jun 9

Summary

  • New York bars and restaurants outside New York City can serve alcohol until 4 a.m. under a temporary bill Hochul approved Tuesday for the World Cup.
  • The measure overrides county closing times that now range from 1 a.m. in Ontario County to 2 a.m. in Niagara and 3 a.m. in Warren County.
  • The extended hours run from Thursday, June 11, through early Monday, June 20, while the bill itself expires on July 21.
  • Hochul said the move is meant to keep venues open through tournament matches, draw fans together and boost small businesses; she had already announced a one-day permit process in April for outdoor World Cup watch parties.

Insights

With NY extending bar hours for the World Cup, can this boost a hospitality industry already facing low demand and high costs?
As New York extends last call to 4 a.m., are smaller communities prepared for the potential public safety and transit challenges?