what time do stores stop selling alcohol in virginia

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Navigating Virginia's alcohol sales laws is simple once you know the key times, ensuring you can make your purchases without any last-minute surprises. The time that stores stop selling alcohol depends entirely on what you are buying and where.

For beer and wine, which are sold in licensed grocery and convenience stores, the cutoff for sales is 12:00 a.m. midnight. These retailers are permitted to sell beer and wine starting at 6:00 a.m. and can continue until the clock strikes twelve, seven days a week. So, if you're planning a late-night run for a six-pack or a bottle of wine, you'll need to complete your purchase before midnight.

However, the rules are different for liquor and spirits. In Virginia, these can only be purchased at state-operated Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) stores. The hours for these stores are much more limited and can vary by location. Most ABC stores close by 9:00 p.m. or 10:00 p.m. on weekdays and Saturdays, with reduced hours on Sundays. It is always best to check the hours for your specific local ABC store to avoid a wasted trip. The official regulations for these restricted hours are detailed in the Virginia Administrative Code, such as in section 3VAC5-50-30.