DORA: When & Where

Logo for Huntington Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area

What is a DORA?

A Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) allows patrons age 21 and older to purchase alcoholic beverages from approved vendors within the DORA and carry them outside to be consumed within the DORA’s boundaries.

Alcoholic beverages must be purchased from establishments licensed through the Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission. Beverages must be consumed from designated DORA cups provided by participating vendors within the boundaries.

Participating Vendors

  • Legends Sports Bar – 19 E. Market St.
  • Big Daddy's – 20 E. Market St.
  • Market Street Bar – 39 E. Market St.
  • Wise Guys Downtown – 435 Cherry St.

Map & Locations

Map showing the Huntington DORA boundary and approved vendor locations
Click image to view full-size map of the Huntington DORA district.

Please Remember

  • Any open container of alcohol purchased within the DORA must remain within its boundaries.
  • Open containers of alcohol are not permitted in motor vehicles. Possession in a vehicle may be a Class C infraction under Indiana Code 9-30-15.
  • The Huntington DORA is in effect only during authorized times set by the City’s Board of Public Works & Safety, in accordance with Indiana Code 7.1-3-1-14. Standard DORA hours are from noon until midnight during approved special events.

All State of Indiana and City of Huntington laws regarding underage drinking, public intoxication, impaired driving and open containers apply both inside and outside of the DORA boundaries.

Please drink responsibly.