In Iowa, yes, you would need a license. I think you'd need a catering license,
but I'm not positive. You can find Iowa's state licensing requirements here
www.state.ia.us/government/com/abd/abd.htm
You can find other state licensing requirments by going here
http://www.gettips.com/
and selecting alcohol laws, then state laws and regs. You may have to follow
still another link to get to the state gvmnt pages on licensing. This page
also lists telephone numbers of your state's liquor czars.
Mike
> Wanted to get into bartending at private parties, weddings, etc. Do
> I have to get a caterers License, a liquor license, and/or a business
> license?? Does anybody know what I need for it to be legit, legal,
> and on the up and up without any problems?? Thanks so much for any
> advice you can give!!