In most parts of the country, Labor Day marks the end of summer. But Texans know all too well that summer temperatures aren’t going away in the Lone Star State.
In Texas, Labor Day is another holiday to spend by a refreshingly cold body of water with cold drinks, good music, and the people you love. Labor Day 2024 will take place on Monday, September 2nd. But one question on the minds of day drinkers and party-goers across Texas is whether liquor stores (also known as package stores) will be open on the holiday.
As it turns out, liquor stores in Texas will be open during regular hours on Labor Day (September 2). According to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC), liquor stores can be open Monday through Saturday between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. However, all liquor stores in Texas must remain closed on Sunday.
Can you buy beer and wine in stores on Labor Day? What you should know
To put it simply, yes, you can buy beer and wine in stores on Labor Day. Grocery stores like HEB will be open during regular hours on September 2nd, so you can grab a six-pack or bottle of Prosecco on the way to your holiday plans.
Most convenience stores, including Texas-based convenience chain Buc-ee’s, will also be open on Labor Day. According to the convenience chain’s website, every Buc-ee’s location is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Not only does Buc-ee’s sell grab-and-go sandwiches and plenty of jerky for your holiday adventures, but the convenience chain also sells beer and wine, making it a one-stop shop for all your Labor Day needs.
Grocery stores and convenience stores are allowed to sell beer and wine from 7 a.m. to midnight Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to midnight on Sunday. This means you can buy beer and wine at these stores from 7 a.m. to midnight on Labor Day (September 2).
What holidays are liquor stores closed in Texas?
Liquor stores in Texas are only closed on the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. If Christmas or New Year’s Day falls on a Sunday, liquor stores across the state must remain closed the following Monday, according to Texas state law.
While you won’t be able to grab alcoholic beverages at the liquor store on the Sunday before Labor Day (Sunday, September 1) or any other Sunday, you’ll still have the opportunity to enjoy a cocktail or alcoholic beverage of your choice at a bar or restaurant.
Under Texas law, bars that do not serve food are allowed to serve alcohol starting at noon on Sundays. Bars and restaurants are allowed to serve alcohol starting at 10 a.m. on Sundays while serving food.
