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Alcohol laws in Waukegan, Illinois
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| alcohol sales permitted | beer and wine | alcohol sales not permitted |
In Waukegan, a city in Lake County, Illinois, packaged alcoholic beverages may be sold between 6:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, and between 6:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m., Friday and Saturday.
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| alcohol sales permitted | beer and wine | alcohol sales not permitted |
Alcoholic beverages may be served in bars and restaurants between 6:00 a.m. and 1:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, and between 6:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m., Friday and Saturday.
However, the following exceptions apply:
Extended Hours for Certain Businesses. A small number of businesses have been issued permits that allow extended hours of sale.
New Year's Eve. On New Year's Eve, alcoholic beverages may be served until 4:00 a.m.
Special Events. Businesses may apply for a special event permit from the city, which, if granted, allows service of alcoholic beverages for up to two additional hours.
However, the following exceptions apply:
Extended Hours for Certain Businesses. A small number of businesses have been issued permits that allow extended hours of sale.
New Year's Eve. On New Year's Eve, alcoholic beverages may be served until 4:00 a.m.
Special Events. Businesses may apply for a special event permit from the city, which, if granted, allows service of alcoholic beverages for up to two additional hours.
Source: Waukegan, Ill., Code ch. 3.