(FOX40.COM) — The City of Sacramento is expanding entertainment zones where people can purchase to-go alcoholic beverages in public spaces during approved special events.
On Tuesday, the City Council approved updates to the City Code to expand Sacramento’s entertainment zone, adding two zones in the 17th and R streets area and the Handle District.
“This expansion builds on the excitement and success we’ve already seen,” Tina Lee-Vogt, the City’s nighttime economy manager, said. “Entertainment zones help create more opportunities for people to connect, experience Sacramento’s culture and support our small businesses.”
In June, the program that implemented entertainment zones in the city identified the first three zones on 20th and K Street, Ali Youssefi Square and the Convention Center areas. Since then, multiple events, including the Rainbow Festival and Terra Madre Americas, have brought large crowds, boosting businesses in these areas.
The new ordinances will operate as entertainment zones during permitted events. Boundaries will be clearly marked and safety requirements and age verification measures will also be in place.
“These zones have proven to activate our streets and create memorable, safe experiences,” Lee-Vogt said. “They’re a win for residents, visitors and local businesses.”
The two additional areas within the city’s program are located:
17th and R Street Entertainment Zone: 16th to 18th streets, Quill Alley to S Street
Handle District Entertainment Zone: 18th and 19th streets, L Street and Capitol Avenue
The program joins various other cities that have implemented and approved entertainment zones, like San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Clara and Redding are also exploring similar options.
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