New York poised to make it easier for bars, restaurants to allow dancing: ‘The dance police is over’
New York is set to ease restrictions on dancing in bars and restaurants, allowing patrons to dance without jeopardizing liquor licenses. The State Liquor Authority will vote to eliminate the requirement for license applicants to disclose their dancing policies. This change aligns with Governor Kathy Hochul's support for live performances and follows the repeal of the city's Cabaret Law.
- ▪The New York State Liquor Authority is poised to let bars and restaurants allow dancing without risking their liquor licenses.
- ▪The SLA will no longer require license applicants to disclose whether they would allow dancing in their establishments.
- ▪This policy change is consistent with Governor Kathy Hochul's support for live performances and the repeal of New York City's Cabaret Law.
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Business exclusive New York poised to make it easier for bars, restaurants to allow dancing: ‘The dance police is over’ By Lisa Fickenscher Published May 27, 2026, 6:42 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Wanna dance with somebody? The New York State Liquor Authority is poised to let bars and restaurants allow their customers to dance without risking their liquor licenses, nearly a decade after New York City eliminated strict cabaret and zoning laws, The Post has learned. While the cabaret laws are gone, the State Liquor Authority still requires license applicants to disclose whether they would allow dancing, effectively preventing many establishments from letting customers bust a move.
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