Buying Beer Late Night: Walmart's Midnight Policy Explained

The sale of alcohol at Walmart depends on the state and county. In some states, Walmart sells alcohol 24 hours a day, while in others, it is restricted to certain hours, such as 6 am-2 am. Some states also have different rules for Sunday sales, with sales beginning later in the day. Additionally, some states have dry counties that ban the sale of alcohol altogether. It is important to check the local laws and Walmart's website for specific information on alcohol sales at a particular location.

Walmart's alcohol sales hours vary by location

The hours during which Walmart sells alcohol vary depending on location. In the US, the specific times are determined by state and county regulations. In Canada, federal law and provincial regulations determine the hours.

In the US, most Walmart locations start selling alcohol between 6 and 7 a.m. and stop selling between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. However, the exact times differ depending on location. For example, in Texas, Walmart sells alcoholic beverages from 7 a.m. to midnight from Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Saturday, and from noon to midnight on Sunday. In California, there are no restrictions on the hours of alcohol sales, so Walmart sells alcohol from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. every day. In Florida, alcohol can be purchased from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. every day, but there is a limit on the amount that can be purchased at once—32 ounces. In Virginia, alcohol is sold from 6 a.m. to 12 a.m. every day.

In Canada, the hours during which Walmart sells alcohol also vary by location. In Ontario, for example, beer can be purchased from Walmart from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Monday to Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Walmart's alcohol sales policy depends on state and county regulations

The hours during which Walmart sells alcohol vary depending on the state and county in which the store is located. In the US, many Walmart locations start selling alcohol between 6 and 7 a.m. and stop selling between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. However, these hours can vary significantly by location. For example, in Cherokee County, Georgia, alcohol can be sold until 2 a.m., but one Walmart location in the county stops selling alcohol after 11:45 p.m., while another allows sales until midnight. In Texas, alcohol sales are permitted from 7 a.m. to midnight Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Saturday, and noon to midnight on Sunday. In Indiana, alcohol sales are permitted from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. every day. In California, there are no restrictions on alcohol sales, and Walmart sells alcohol from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. every day. In Ontario, Canada, beer can be purchased from Walmart from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Walmart's website provides information on local alcohol sales hours

For example, in Texas, Walmart can sell beer and wine from 7 a.m. to midnight, Monday to Friday, from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Saturday, and from noon to midnight on Sunday. In California, there are no real restrictions on alcohol sales, and Walmart sells alcohol from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. every day. In Virginia, alcohol sales are allowed from 6 a.m. to 12 a.m. every day.

In Canada, customers can purchase beer at Walmart from Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Walmart's website allows customers to search for their local store and find out the specific alcohol sales hours for that location.

Walmart sells beer, wine, and spirits, but not hard liquor

Walmart's policy on alcohol sales varies depending on the laws of the state and county in which the store is located. In the US, Walmart is considered a grocery or superstore, so you won't find hard liquor there. However, some Walmart stores do sell spirits, wine coolers, malt liquor, and lemonade/flavoured drinks, depending on the location.

In most areas of the US and Ontario, Canada, alcohol can be purchased on any day of the week. However, state and local regulations impact purchasing alcohol at retail stores in other areas. For example, in Cherokee County, Georgia, it is legal to sell alcohol until 2 am, but a Walmart in Holly Springs/Canton stops selling alcohol at 11:45 pm. A gas station in the same area stops selling alcohol at midnight, while a Quiktrip in Woodstock, a few miles away, sells alcohol 24 hours a day.

In Texas, Walmart can sell beer and wine from 7 am to midnight, Monday to Friday, 7 am to 1 am on Saturday, and from noon to midnight on Sunday. In California, there are no real restrictions on alcohol sales, and you can buy from Walmart from 6 am to 2 am. In Virginia, retail stores can sell alcoholic beverages from 6 am to 12 am, Monday through Sunday.

Walmart's policy is to deny the sale of alcohol if an ID cannot be provided or if the customer is underage. If you are with someone who is underage, even if you are making separate purchases, your sale may be denied as the cashier may suspect that you are buying the alcohol to share.

Walmart's alcohol sales are restricted on certain holidays

Additionally, the time alcohol sales are allowed varies by location, with some Walmart stores selling alcohol 24 hours a day and others stopping alcohol sales at midnight or 2 a.m. The start time for alcohol sales also varies, with some locations starting sales as early as 6 a.m. and others not until 11 a.m. or noon. These start and stop times are influenced by state and county regulations, and customers can check the hours for their local Walmart on the company's website.

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