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What time can you buy liquor in Montana?

8 a.m. to 2 a.m.The outer limit set by Montana law. A city or county may require earlier closing, so the hours where you are can be shorter than this, never longer.

Package store

Legal hours to buy liquor in Montana at a package store, by day of week
DayLatest legal sale hours
Every day
  • 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. (next morning)
These are the outer limits set by state law. A city or county may require earlier closing, so the hours where you are can be shorter than the hours shown, never longer.

Bar or restaurant

Legal hours to buy liquor in Montana at a bar or restaurant, by day of week
DayLatest legal sale hours
Every day
  • 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. (next morning)
These are the outer limits set by state law. A city or county may require earlier closing, so the hours where you are can be shorter than the hours shown, never longer.

Common questions

What time can you buy liquor in Montana?
8 a.m. to 2 a.m. at the outside. That is the limit state law sets, and a city or county may require earlier closing, so check locally if you are close to the edge.
What time do they start selling liquor in Montana?
8 a.m. That is the earliest any outlet may sell, and some open later by choice.
What time on Sunday can you buy liquor in Montana?
8 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Sunday, the same window at every outlet.
Can you buy liquor before noon on Sunday in Montana?
Yes. Sunday liquor sales may begin at 8 a.m. in Montana, which is before noon.

Sources

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