What time do they start selling liquor in North Dakota?

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 North Dakota?

8 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Sunday, the same window at every outlet.

Can you buy liquor before noon on Sunday in North Dakota?

Yes. Sunday liquor sales may begin at 8 a.m. in North Dakota, which is before noon.

North Dakota

What time can you buy liquor in North Dakota?

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

Grocery and convenience

Legal hours to buy liquor in North Dakota at a grocery or convenience store, by day of week
Day	Latest 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.

Package store

Legal hours to buy liquor in North Dakota at a package store, by day of week
Day	Latest 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 North Dakota at a bar or restaurant, by day of week
Day	Latest 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.

Holiday closures in North Dakota

Days when alcohol sales are restricted in North Dakota
Holiday	What closes
Christmas Day	Grocery and convenience, Package stores, Bars and restaurants, closed from 6 p.m. until midnight
Thanksgiving Day	Grocery and convenience, Package stores, closed from 2 a.m. until midnight

Common questions

What time can you buy liquor in North Dakota?: 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 North Dakota?: 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 North Dakota?: 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Sunday, the same window at every outlet.
Can you buy liquor before noon on Sunday in North Dakota?: Yes. Sunday liquor sales may begin at 8 a.m. in North Dakota, which is before noon.

Sources

Last verified August 14, 2026. How DrinkLaws checks this.