Crestline DORA

What is DORA?

The Crestline Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (“DORA”) is just that: a designated public space where alcoholic beverages can legally be consumed. In the Village of Crestline’s case, this allows for the consumption of beer, wine, or liquor in the DORA zone.

Please drink responsibly and dispose of all trash in marked containers.

When:
Thursdays from 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Fridays from 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Saturdays from 12:00pm to 11:00pm

Frequently Asked Questions

NO. Patrons can only carry DORA beverages in the defined area in the approved container. Retail and private establishments may allow DORA beverages or may opt to NOT allow them. Each establishment within the DORA will have their own policy.

A plastic single-use cup designated for all establishments serving alcohol within the DORA. The DORA information will be provided on a label with each cup.

No. Once a DORA beverage has left the business where it was purchased, it must be consumed, and the DORA cup disposed of prior to entering another establishment.

Yes and No. Once a DORA beverage has left the business where it was purchased, it must be consumed, and the DORA cup disposed of prior to entering another establishment, unless the owner of the retail or private business has a sign on their entrance stating that they do allow DORA cups in their business.

The allowable DORA hours are Thursday from 5pm to 10pm, Friday from 5pm to 11pm and Saturday 12pm to 11pm. However, specific hours can be set for special DORA events as approved by Village Council. DORA beverages may not be consumed outside these hours.

Signs at key egress and endpoints will be installed on the boundaries. More information can be found on the DORA page on the Chamber’s website.

No. Beverages MUST be purchased from participating vendors. No cans, glass bottles, or outside beverages of any kind are allowed in public areas within DORA boundaries. In addition, DORA beverages may not be taken outside of the DORA route or patrons may be subject to legal consequences.

Many municipalities have established DORAs and have had positive experiences. The Village of Crestline has multiple trash cans in the DORA area and may require the event sponsor to provide additional receptacles to keep the area clean. The Crestline Police Department will be visibly present during DORA events and will be readily available should concerns arise. Special events may be required to provide additional police and public works staffing on an as needed basis.