City of Sheridan

Sale of Alcoholic Beverages:
For additional details, review City Code Ch. 4

• Wyoming State Statute 12‑2‑201. (B) states that Malt Beverages to be distributed by Malt Beverage permittees are to be purchased from a Wyoming wholesale malt beverage licensee.

The dispensation of alcoholic beverages to promote or enhance a business related event is considered by state statute, a sale.

24-Hour Malt Beverage Permit:
Malt Beverages are classified as Beer and Wine Coolers only.

Wyoming State Statute 12‑2‑201. (B) states that Malt Beverages to be distributed by Malt Beverage permittees are to be purchased from a Wyoming wholesale malt beverage licensee.

Cost: $50 per day. To ensure your permit is approved, please allow 21 business days for processing. 

24 Hour Liquor Catering Permit:
Only a Retail or Resort liquor license holder may apply for a liquor catering permit.

Open Container Permit:
Open container permits may be issued to allow the possession and consumption of alcoholic or malt beverages in open containers on public property.

An open container permit does not permit the sale of alcoholic beverages. Per statute, "sales" includes providing alcohol to promote business or exchanging for goods" - this is not allowed under this permit.

ALL Mobile Vendors MUST have an approved mobile vendor permit PRIOR to first sale.

For additional details, please review Chapter 8 of City Code

Mobile Vendor - 

Any person that sells or offers for sale goods, products, services or food, excluding fresh ready-to-eat produce from a mobile vending unit within the city. Weekly or annual permits are available. 

Neighborhood Mobile Vendor

A vendor operating on streets, sidewalks, alleys or other areas generally accessible to the public in residential zoning districts which provides a retail sale or service of only ready-to-eat or packaged food in individual servings from a mobile vehicle or pushcart licensed for such use. 

Mobile Vending Court

A group of two or more Mobile Vendors renting, leasing or using private property for the purpose of providing a location for Mobile Vendors to make sales. This permit requires extensive review and additional requirements per code. Please see City Code for further details. The owner of the mobile vending court permit is responsible for ensuring compliance of any/all vendors parked at the vending court for any length of time.

Special Event Permits require a minimum of 60 days for approval. Please plan accordingly! Late fees will apply.

Special Event Permits are intended for large-scale events that may involve multiple types of special use permits. These events may include, but are not limited to, parades, farmers markets, expos, celebrations, protests, rodeos, fairs, and similar activities. Depending on the scope of the event, additional components may include alcohol service, mobile vendors, street closures, and catering. Event planning must also address parking availability and overflow, traffic flow, and pedestrian safety considerations to ensure safe and efficient operations. Permit costs are based on the type of permitting required and the date the application is submitted.

Liability Insurance may be required for special event permits taking place on public property at the discretion of the City.