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2026 Temporary events notice (TEN) dates for public holidays and special events.
Here’s a list of dates you’ll need when planning events that aren’t covered by a premises licence
The below events and dates have been updated for 2026. So, if you are planning an event and need a temporary events notice, this page could prove invaluable to you.
Why? Because if you’ve ever been involved with licensing laws, you know what might appear as small technicalities can have big consequences. This is certainly true when obtaining a temporary events notice to run an event; because if you miss the standard deadline, your event cannot go ahead if someone objects. And complaints have been rising recently, particularly over noise worries.
So to help, below you’ll find a list of all public holidays and some special events with the relevant deadlines all worked out for you. All you need do is choose your date, apply to your local licensing authority, and you’re off.
FIFA Men’s World Cup 2026
The link below includes a simple guide and flowchart showing kick-off dates and times for each scenario in which England and/or Scotland finish first, second or third in their group. Final dates for submitting late and standard TENs for relevant matches can also be found below.
Please note:
There are strict rules on giving notice for a TEN.
A standard TEN must be received by the licensing authority at least 10 working days before the event. 10 working days excludes the day the notice is received and the first day of the event.
If there are less than 10 working days before the event, you need to apply for a late TEN.
The latest you can apply for a ‘late’ temporary event notice (TEN) is 5 clear working days before your event (but no earlier than 9 clear working days before the event). Clear working days do not include the day your council receives your application or the day of the event.
There is a limit of 10 late temporary event notices per year for an individual holding a personal licence and 2 for those who do not. Late TENs count towards the total number of permitted TENs.
If an authority vetoes a late TEN (police or environment health object) there is no right to a hearing or appeal, it is simply refused and it is not possible to add conditions to a late TEN.
If the last date to issue a TEN falls on a weekend or public holiday, it is better to submit the TEN to the licensing authority on the last working day before that to ensure payment can be made and the issuance of the TEN being valid.
Of course, if you’d rather one of our licensing solicitors manage this process for you, just drop us a line and we’ll take care of it. This is really helpful if you are running an event not listed below, as working out temporary events dates and making the application can be a little tricky.
And if you’d like to hear all about TENs, you can listen to this podcast with specialist alcohol licensing solicitor Suraj Desor.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for general information only and is not intended to be, or constitute legal or other professional advice. You should seek legal advice before acting or relying upon any information contained on this web site.
Public holidays
Date of occasion: 1st Jan 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 15th Dec 2025
Late TEN: 22nd Dec 2025
Date of occasion: 3rd Apr 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 19th Apr 2026
Late TEN: 26th Apr 2026
Date of occasion: 6th Apr 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 19th Apr 2026
Late TEN: 26th Apr 2026
Date of occasion: 4th May 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 17th Apr 2026
Late TEN: 24th Apr 2026
Date of occasion: 25th May 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 8th May 2026
Late TEN: 15th May 2026
Date of occasion: 31st Aug 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 14th Aug 2026
Late TEN: 21st Aug 2026
Date of occasion: 25th Dec 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 10th Dec 2026
Late TEN: 17th Dec 2026
Date of occasion: 28th Dec 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 10th Dec 2026
Late TEN: 17th Dec 2026
Date of occasion: 31st Dec 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 14th Dec 2026
Late TEN: 21st Dec 2026
Date of occasion: 1st Jan 2027
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 15th Dec 2026
Late TEN: 22nd Dec 2026
Date of occasion: 14th Feb 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 30th Jan 2026
Late TEN: 6th Feb 2026
Date of occasion: 1st Mar 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 13th Feb 2026
Late TEN: 20th Feb 2026
Date of occasion: 15th Mar 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 27th Feb 2026
Late TEN: 6th Mar 2026
Date of occasion: 17th Mar 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 2nd Mar 2026
Late TEN: 9th Mar 2026
Date of occasion: 23rd Apr 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 8th Apr 2026
Late TEN: 15th Apr 2026
Date of occasion: 21st June 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 5th Jun 2026
Late TEN: 12th Jun 2026
Date of occasion: 31st Oct 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 16th Oct 2026
Late TEN: 23rd Oct 2026
Date of occasion: 5th Nov 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 21st Oct 2026
Late TEN: 28th Oct 2026
Date of occasion: 30th Nov 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 13th Nov 2026
Late TEN: 20th Nov 2026
Date of occasion: 8th Feb 2026 (23:30 pm)
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 23rd Jan 2026
Late TEN: 30th Jan 2026
Date of occasion: 18th Apr 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 1st Apr 2026
Late TEN: 10th Apr 2026
Date of occasion: 19th Apr 2026
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 1st Apr 2026
Late TEN: 10th Apr 2026
Date of occasion: 17th Jun 2026
Time of occasion: 21:00 BST
Location of occasion: Dallas, USA
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 2nd Jun 2026
Late TEN: 9th June 2026
Date of occasion: 23rd Jun 2026
Time of occasion: 21:00 BST
Location of occasion: Boston, USA
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 9th June 2026
Late TEN: 15th June 2026
Date of occasion: 27th Jun 2026
Time of occasion: 22:00 BST
Location of occasion: New Jersey, USA
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 14th June 2026
Late TEN: 21st June 2026
Date of occasion: 6th Jul 2026
Time of occasion: 01:00 BST
Location of occasion: Mexico City, Mexico
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 19th June 2026
Late TEN: 26th June 2026
Under Government proposals announced on 27th Jan 2026, no further TENs should be required to extend hours for the sale of alcohol for games after the Last 16 if England finished first in Group L.
Date of occasion: 3rd Jul 2026
Time of occasion: 00:00 BST
Location of occasion: Toronto, Canada
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 17th June 2026
Late TEN: 24th June 2026
Under Government proposals announced on 27th Jan 2026, no further TENs should be required to extend hours for the sale of alcohol for games after the Last 32 if England finished second in Group L.
Date of occasion: 4th Jul 2026
Time of occasion: 02:30 BST
Location of occasion: Kansas City, USA
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 18th June 2026
Late TEN: 25th June 2026
Date of occasion: 12th Jul 2026
Time of occasion: 02:00 BST
Location of occasion: Kansas City, USA
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 26th June 2026
Late TEN: 3rd Jul 2026
Under Government proposals announced on 27th Jan 2026, no further TENs should be required to extend hours for the sale of alcohol for games after the Quarter-final if England finished third in Group L.
Date of occasion: 14th Jun 2026
Time of occasion: 02:00 BST
Location of occasion: Boston, USA
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 31st May 2026
Late TEN: 7th June 2026
Date of occasion: 19th Jun 2026
Time of occasion: 23:00 BST
Location of occasion: Boston, USA
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 7th Jun 2026
Late TEN: 14th June 2026
Date of occasion: 24th Jun 2026
Time of occasion: 23:00 BST
Location of occasion: Miami, USA
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 9th June 2026
Late TEN: 16th June 2026
Date of occasion: 30th Jun 2026
Time of occasion: 02:00 BST
Location of occasion: Monterrey, Mexico
Date for submitting:
Standard TEN: 14th Jun 2026
Late TEN: 21st Jun 2026
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