Are liquor stores open on Labor Day 2023?

IF you plan on raising your glasses this upcoming Labor Day, you may be wondering whether to buy alcohol ahead of time. Labor Day is upon us and many Americans will be looking to stock up on goodies, including alcoholic beverages, for the festivities.

IF you plan on raising your glasses this upcoming Labor Day, you may be wondering whether to buy alcohol ahead of time.

Labor Day is upon us and many Americans will be looking to stock up on goodies, including alcoholic beverages, for the festivities.

What liquor stores will be open on Labor Day?

While it's likely your usual grocery store will be open during regular business hours on Labor Day which lands on Monday, September 4, liquor laws vary by state, and some restrict selling alcohol in local markets.

Because Labor Day is a federal holiday, some states also close major businesses and institutions such as banks, restaurants, and schools.

Since the distribution of alcohol in our supermarkets differs across the country, liquor stores may be more reliable if you are looking to purchase your Labor Day beverages the day of.

Are there any other options?

If you find yourself too busy or unable to purchase alcohol prior to Labor Day, there are other options available.

Outside of liquor stores, alcohol is also carried at restaurants, many of which may or may not be open on Labor Day.

Popular franchises like Applebee's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chili's, and T.G.I. Friday's will be open.

What is Labor Day?

Labor Day is a federal holiday that recognizes the social and economic achievements of Americans.

Long before Labor Day became a federal holiday, it was initially celebrated by smaller labor activist groups in various states.

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In 1887, Oregon was the first state to pass a law recognizing Labor Day.

By 1894, 23 states had followed in adopting the holiday. The same year Congress passed a law making the first Monday of September an official holiday.

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