HARTFORD — The Liquor Control Division is reminding the public that package stores will be closed and grocery stores cannot sell beer on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28. Manufacturers, such as breweries, also may not sell for off-premise consumption and drinks to go from restaurants are prohibited on Thanksgiving Day.
Hours for cannabis operators, sports betting retail locations and online gaming are not affected by the holiday.
“If you want to enjoy alcohol on Thanksgiving Day, be sure to plan ahead, and no matter how lively your family gathering may be, we encourage everyone to celebrate responsibly and thoughtfully,” said DCP Commissioner Bryan T. Cafferelli. “That means keeping track of how much you consume, setting limits on your gaming apps, and designating a safe driver.”
Cannabis can be purchased on Thanksgiving Day at any licensed cannabis establishment. Consumers are encouraged to check the retailers’ holiday hours.
Local zoning rules may create stricter limits for on-premise alcohol sales as well as cannabis sales.
Anyone with concerns or complaints about a liquor permittee in the State of Connecticut is encouraged to contact DCP’s Liquor Control Division via email at dcp.liquorcontrol@ct.gov, or at (860) 713-6210.
Adults who choose to consume cannabis are reminded to do so responsibly, including storing cannabis products in their original packaging, locked up and out of reach of children and pets. Resources regarding responsible cannabis use, as well as information about addiction and health risks is available at ct.gov/cannabis.
Information about gaming in Connecticut is available at ct.gov/gaming. Information on services available in Connecticut for those who may have a problem with gambling is available at portal.ct.gov/problemgaming. You may also learn how to opt out of gaming marketing and exclude yourself from participation in legal gaming activity in the state at ct.gov/selfexclusion.