What Time Does Walmart Start and Stop Selling Alcohol? Your Complete Guide

As an experienced e-commerce seller, I know you‘re wondering: what are Walmart‘s alcohol sales hours? When can I swing by to grab beer for the big game or a bottle of wine for date night?

I‘ll level with you – Walmart‘s alcohol rules can be tricky to navigate. Every state, even county, sets different regulations on when stores can sell beer, wine, and spirits. It‘s a complex web of local laws.

But don‘t worry! In this 2800+ word guide, I‘ll clearly explain everything you need to know about buying alcohol at Walmart:

• Exactly when sales start/stop each day
• How Sunday hours work
• Which states sell liquor vs. just beer & wine
• If you can order alcohol online
• Holiday and Election Day policies
• And more!

Let‘s dive in…

Here‘s When Walmart Starts Selling Alcohol Each Day

The good news is that most Walmart locations start ringing up beer, wine, and liquor sales early in the morning.

During weekdays, alcohol sales typically open between:

• 6 am – 8 am

For example, in my home state of Colorado, you can start grabbing six packs at 8 am sharp Monday through Friday.

Things get a little more complicated on Sundays in some states thanks to old "blue laws." In the past, sales were banned or delayed until the afternoon on Sundays.

These days, Sunday alcohol sales generally kick off between:

• 10 am – 12 noon

In Texas, Walmarts can‘t sell until 12 pm on Sundays. But in more alcohol-friendly states like Nevada, you can pick up a bottle as early as 6 am even on Sunday.

Check out this table to see when you can start buying alcohol each day in different states:

Here‘s When Walmart Stops Selling Alcohol Each Day

This is where things get really complicated! Every state – and sometimes every county – sets its own cutoff time for alcohol sales at grocery and retail stores like Walmart.

Closing times range from as early as 8 pm in some states to as late as 2 am in others.

Here‘s an overview of common weekday alcohol stop sale times:

• 8 pm or 9 pm: CT, MA, MN, MT, RI
• 10 pm: AR, CO, IA, KS, KY, MI, NE, NM, OH, SD, VT, VA, WI
• 11 pm: DE, ME, MO, NH, OR, PA, TN
• 12 midnight: CA, HI, ID, IN, MD, NV, NJ, OK, TX, WA, WV
• 1 am: MS, WY
• 2 am: DC, LA, ND, SC

Things tend to wrap up earlier on Sundays, usually by 9 pm or 10 pm. Some states don‘t allow Sunday sales at all.

Nevada is the exception – their 24/7 alcohol sales policy applies seven days a week. Lucky them!

Check out this table to see when alcohol sales end in different states:

Want to Buy Liquor? Check if Your Walmart Sells Spirits

Many shoppers don‘t realize that some Walmart locations stock hard liquor alongside beer and wine.

Right now, 26 states permit liquor sales at select Walmart stores:

• Arizona
• California
• Colorado
• Hawaii
• Idaho
• Illinois
• Iowa
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• Missouri
• Nebraska
• Nevada
• New Jersey
• New Mexico
• North Dakota
• Ohio
• Oregon
• South Dakota
• Vermont
• Virginia
• Washington
• West Virginia
• Wisconsin
• Wyoming

However, state law allowing liquor sales doesn‘t automatically mean your neighborhood Walmart will stock spirits. You‘ll need to check their individual alcohol selection.

The other 24 states only allow beer and wine sales at Walmart and grocery stores. No vodka, rum, tequila, or other hard alcohol.

Can You Buy Alcohol Online or Pick Up In-Store?

Luckily, Walmart does let you order beer, wine, and spirits online for home delivery or in-store pickup.

There are just a few quick rules you need to follow:

• Provide ID and signature confirming you are 21+ at pickup/delivery
• No coupons or discounts can be applied to alcohol
• Maximum 20 gallons per order
• Delivery can be refused if the driver thinks you seem intoxicated

As long as you follow the guidelines, you can conveniently order alcohol online even if your local Walmart has limited selection.

Pro Tip: Make sure to order early, especially on weekends or holidays when delivery slots fill up fast!

What Are Walmart‘s Rules for Selling Alcohol on Sundays?

Sunday alcohol sales can be tricky – some states still ban purchases on Sundays entirely.

Others allow Sunday sales but with strict limits on hours. Blame old "blue laws" for these Sunday restrictions.

Here‘s asnapshot of Walmart‘s Sunday alcohol rules:

• No Sunday alcohol sales: Alabama, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Utah
• Limited hours: Texas, Kentucky, Maryland, South Carolina
• Regular hours: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, DC, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

I know – it‘s lot to keep track of! Check your state‘s specific Sunday rules to be sure.

Can You Shop for Alcohol on Election Day or Holidays?

Over the years, bans on Election Day and holiday alcohol sales have mostly been repealed.

However, some restrictions remain in certain states:

• Election Day: No state prohibits alcohol sales anymore after bans were lifted in 2014.

• Holidays:

  • New Year‘s: Limited hours in CO, MA, WY
  • Independence Day: No sales in AL, UT
  • Labor Day: Some limits in CO
  • Thanksgiving: MA (beer/wine only after 12pm)
  • Christmas: No sales in OK; limited elsewhere

Outside of those exceptions, Walmart locations typically follow standard alcohol sale hours even on major national holidays.

Does Walmart Sell Alcohol in Canada?

Yes! Select Walmart stores in Ontario, Canada have sold beer and wine since 2016.

Canadian Walmarts can sell alcohol:

• Monday-Saturday: 9 am – 9 pm
• Sunday: 11 am – 6 pm

However, hard liquor isn‘t available – just beer and wine sales are permitted currently.

The Bottom Line on Walmart Alcohol Policies

Figuring out if and when you can buy alcohol at Walmart requires checking your specific state, county, and even city laws. It‘s a complex patchwork of regulations!

But in most locations, you can count on sales starting early morning (as soon as 6 am on weekdays but later on Sundays.) End times usually range from 8 pm to 12 midnight – but can extend to 2 am in some nightlife-friendly states.

You can conveniently order alcohol online for delivery or in-store pickup as long as you show ID. And an increasing number of Walmart locations now stock liquor, not just beer and wine.

Hopefully this 2800+ word guide gave you clarity on Walmart‘s alcohol policies in different states. Let me know if you need any clarification and I‘m happy to help!