North Carolina
Are liquor stores open on Christmas in North Carolina?
Package stores are closed all day on Christmas in North Carolina.Grocery and convenience stores and bars and restaurants keep their ordinary hours.
| Where | Beer | Wine | Liquor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grocery & convenience | 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. | 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. | — |
| Package store | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Bar or restaurant | 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. | 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. | 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. |
The Sunday before
North Carolina closes package stores every Sunday as a standing rule, so the Sunday before Christmas is shut too. That leaves the weekdays between to buy spirits.
Christmas dates
The dates the closure applies, for planning ahead.
| Year | Date | Closure |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Friday, December 25, 2026 | Closed |
| 2027 | Saturday, December 25, 2027 | Closed |
| 2028 | Monday, December 25, 2028 | Closed |
| 2029 | Tuesday, December 25, 2029 | Closed |
Common questions
- Are liquor stores open on Christmas in North Carolina?
- No. North Carolina package stores are closed all day on Christmas.
- Are bars open on Christmas in North Carolina?
- Yes. Bars and restaurants serve on their ordinary hours. The Christmas closure does not reach on-premise service.
- Can you buy beer on Christmas in North Carolina?
- Yes, at grocery and convenience stores on their ordinary hours for that day.
Sources
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