State Profile
North Carolina
Licensed Beach Bingo
North Carolina has a specific "beach bingo" category for commercial venues. Unlike the other states Kenosabe serves, North Carolina requires a beach bingo license from NC Alcohol Law Enforcement — and limits prizes to $10 or less per prize.
What Kenosabe Provides
- Caller tablet software
- Real-time TV display system
- Session management tools
- Promotional card templates
- Mobile player experience
- Setup, training, and support
What the Venue Is Responsible For
- Obtaining the required beach bingo license from NC ALE
- Paying the $300 initial and $300 annual license fee
- Keeping prizes at $10 or less per prize
- Ensuring prizes are not redeemable for cash
- Conducting and running the event
- Confirming all requirements with NC Alcohol Law Enforcement
Key Rules for North Carolina Beach Bingo
License Required
Yes — Beach Bingo License
Initial License Fee
$300
Annual Renewal Fee
$300
Max Prize Per Item
$10 or less
Cash Prizes
Not permitted
Who Provides Prizes
Venue
Sources
North Carolina Department of Public Safety — Bingo
ncdps.gov — Alcohol Law Enforcement Bingo
North Carolina General Statutes § 14-309.14 — Beach Bingo
ncleg.net — G.S. 14-309.14
Kenosabe provides software and entertainment tools only. This page is for general business planning purposes and is not legal advice. North Carolina beach bingo is a licensed activity regulated by the NC Department of Public Safety Alcohol Law Enforcement division. Venues are responsible for obtaining all required licenses and confirming compliance with NC ALE before hosting any event. Kenosabe does not operate or conduct bingo games and does not determine winner eligibility.
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