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Which states sell alcohol on Thanksgiving?

You probably already know that liquor laws vary on a state-by-state basis. Some states have state-operated liquor stores, while others are more lenient with alcohol sales. Some only allow beer to be sold in supermarkets, while others don't restrict the type of alcohol they can sell.

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Here, you'll find the places where liquor stores should be open on Thanksgiving Day—but of course, it could vary depending on the store or county you live in. For the most accurate information though, you can always contact your state's alcohol control board directly or call the particular store you want to shop from in advance.

  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Hawaii
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana (Some areas restrict liquor sales on Thanksgiving Day.)
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Michigan
  • Missouri
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • Oregon (However, stores may decide to close.)
  • Pennsylvania (State-operated liquor stores will be closed.)
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Vermont
  • Washington
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming
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  • Which states prohibit alcohol sales on Thanksgiving?

    Here are the states where you'll find that liquor stores are normally closed on Thanksgiving Day. However, some of these states may allow you to purchase beer and wine—just no liquor. You may still want to check with your state's alcohol control board or the store you have in mind, as privately-owned stores may be open in some of these states.

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  • Alabama (Beer and wine may be purchased, but spirits won't be for sale.)
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Idaho
  • Kansas
  • Massachusetts
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi (All spirits other than beer are banned on Thanksgiving.)
  • Montana (No liquor sales.)
  • New Hampshire (No liquor or wine may be purchased.)
  • North Carolina (No liquor sales.)
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio (No liquor sales.)
  • Oklahoma
  • Rhode Island
  • Tennessee
  • Texas (No liquor sales.)
  • Utah
  • Virginia (No liquor sales.)
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