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DC Alcoholic Beverage & Cannabis Administration The Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) is an independent DC Government agency.

ABCA and MPD Shut Down Illegal Cannabis Retailer in Northwest DC
10/30/2026

ABCA and MPD Shut Down Illegal Cannabis Retailer in Northwest DC

On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA), in coordination with the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), executed a Closure Order at an unlicensed commercial establishment for illegal cannabis sales.

Heads up alcohol licensees--DST is this weekend.
10/27/2026

Heads up alcohol licensees--DST is this weekend.

Medical cannabis program metrics from September 2026 are here:
10/19/2026

Medical cannabis program metrics from September 2026 are here:

The medical cannabis program was transferred to ABCA on September 30, 2020.Metrics are published on a monthly basis.

10/16/2026

ABCA alcohol and medical cannabis licensees should verify their contact info is update to date and submit any changes:

ABCA is hiring a Contact Representative. Details:
10/08/2026

ABCA is hiring a Contact Representative. Details:

Apply at: careers.dc.gov Job ID - 33642Location: 899 N. Capitol Street NEMinimum Rate: $56,503, Maximum: $72,721Full-TimeJob SummaryThis position is in the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA), Licensing Division. The mission of ABCA is to support the public’s health, safety, and ...

10/08/2026

ABCA's office will be closed on Monday, October 12, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Here are the alcohol license holders for October 2026:
10/05/2026

Here are the alcohol license holders for October 2026:

The attached list details alcohol licensed businesses in the District of Columbia.

09/30/2026
09/22/2026

Alcohol license renewals and annual payments are due by Sept. 30 for:

☑️License Renewal | Class B Retail, Internet, Manufacturer, or Wholesaler licenses

☑️Annual Payment | Class C and D Tavern or Nightclub licenses

Address

899 North Capitol Street, NE
Washington D.C., DC
20002

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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