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Boston, Nine States Ease Alcohol Rules for World Cup

6/25/2026

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Boston Extends Hours

Nine U.S. states, including New York and Massachusetts, temporarily eased alcohol rules for the 2026 World Cup.
Boston extended bar hours to 3 a.m. and permitted open-container drinking in a designated social district through July 2026.
Businesses must file a one-day amendment and serve drinks in labeled clear plastic cups.
Scottish fans donated $30,000 to Massachusetts charities, visited hospitals, and spurred a Boston-Glasgow sister-city agreement.

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Feeney Pushes Tartan

Massachusetts Senator Paul Feeney urged Boston to make the Tartan Army an annual event, even pledging to restock beer.
Scottish supporters flooded Boston bars during the 2026 World Cup, depleting beer supplies and drawing large crowds.
Mayor Michelle Wu signed a letter to make Boston and Glasgow sister cities next year.
Fans posted viral videos of bagpipes, chants, and traffic cones on historic Boston statues.

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Boston Extends Hours

Nine U.S. states, including New York and Massachusetts, temporarily eased alcohol rules for the 2026 World Cup.
Boston extended bar hours to 3 a.m. and permitted open-container drinking in a designated social district through July 2026.
Businesses must file a one-day amendment and serve drinks in labeled clear plastic cups.
Scottish fans donated $30,000 to Massachusetts charities, visited hospitals, and spurred a Boston-Glasgow sister-city agreement.

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