Are liquor stores open on Thanksgiving in Massachusetts?

No. Massachusetts law does not allow package stores to sell alcohol on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026, so CBC Liquors in Westford is not selling that day. Everything for the table has to be bought by Wednesday, November 25, 2026. We are open that Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, which is plenty of time to get wine, cider, beer, seltzers and mixers in one trip.

Are liquor stores open on Thanksgiving in Massachusetts?

Liquor stores in Massachusetts are closed to alcohol sales on Thanksgiving Day. State law does not allow package stores to sell on the holiday, so a locked door on Thursday is the rule, not a store's choice.

That applies to every package store, including ours on Littleton Rd in Westford. A store that is open a few blocks away will not change it. If you plan to pour something at the table, the bottle needs to be in your house by Wednesday night.

The good news is that the shopping is easy to finish early. A short list, one stop, and you are done before the turkey is even thawed.

What are CBC Liquors' hours before Thanksgiving?

CBC Liquors' hours in the days before Thanksgiving are our regular ones. The doors are open Sunday from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and Monday through Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

That makes Wednesday your last chance, and it runs until 9:00 PM. If you can come earlier in the day, the aisles are easier to walk and you have more time to ask a question or compare two bottles.

On Thanksgiving Day itself, we are not selling alcohol, in line with Massachusetts law. Please do not plan a Thursday morning run for a forgotten bottle.

We are at 142 Littleton Rd, Westford, MA 01886. Bring a valid ID, since everyone buying alcohol has to be 21 or older.

What should I buy before Thanksgiving Day?

What you should buy before Thanksgiving Day is a short list that covers the table, the glasses in between, and the night before. Here is the checklist we would walk with.

- Table wine: one or two bottles of white and one red that you like with turkey, plus something sparkling for the toast. - Cider: a dry or semi-dry bottle for guests who do not drink wine. - Beer: a lager or a lighter ale for the afternoon, and a few hoppy cans for the beer fans in the family. - Seltzers and ready-to-drink cans: easy to hand out, no mixing needed. - Mixers: tonic, soda and ginger beer if anyone is making drinks. - Ice: pick it up on your grocery stop, since it is the one thing people forget on Wednesday night.

Start with the guest list, not the shelf. Count who is coming, who drinks what, and who is driving home. Then buy to that, and no more.

Which wine and cider go with a Thanksgiving table?

Wine and cider that go with Thanksgiving are the ones with some acidity and not too much weight. A Thanksgiving plate has turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry and something sweet, and bright drinks keep up with all of it.

In general, a dry Riesling, a Chardonnay without heavy oak, or a Pinot Noir sit well beside turkey. Sparkling wine works from the first appetizer to the pie. You can browse the whole wine section, or start from the Wine Styles collection if you want to sort by style.

Cider is the quiet winner on this holiday table. Apple flavor and a little tartness suit roast turkey and cranberry, and it is a good pour for guests who find wine too much. The Cider collection shows the range on our shelves.

If you are not sure what to bring, ask us. We help people match a bottle to a meal all the time, and we have more than 4,000 products in stock to choose from.

What beer, seltzers and ready-to-drink cans suit the night before Thanksgiving?

The beer, seltzers and ready-to-drink cans for the night before Thanksgiving are the easy, grab-from-the-cooler kind. That evening is often a loose party with cousins arriving, a late dinner and a lot of catching up.

For beer, think in styles. A crisp lager is the safe pick for a crowd. A New England IPA suits the hop fans, and a sour beer is a nice surprise for anyone who likes a little pucker. Our beer section is large, and we carry makers like Other Half, Night Shift and Sam Adams. If you want the Oktoberfest style, look for Ayinger Oktoberfest-Märzen, a malty German lager. The Beer Styles collection helps you browse by style.

Seltzers and ready-to-drink cans save you from playing bartender. High Noon is one name you will find with us. Cans go straight from the cooler to the hand.

For a bigger gathering, our party planner is a handy place to start.

Which spirits and mixers should I pick up for Thanksgiving weekend?

The spirits and mixers to pick up are the ones you actually plan to pour, since the holiday weekend runs longer than one dinner. A small bar covers the relatives who stay over and the friends who drop by on Friday.

Our liquor section has the staples. Tito's Vodka and New Amsterdam Vodka are easy to build drinks around. Captain Morgan Spiced Rum is a warm choice for cider-based cocktails. Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey is a favorite for cold evenings, and 99 Watermelons Schnapps is a fun, sweet shot for a younger crowd of legal drinking age.

If bourbon is more your speed, the bourbon section is worth a look. It is a natural fit for an after-dinner glass by the fire.

Then grab mixers so the bottles have something to meet. Our recipes page has ideas if you want a drink beyond a simple pour.

Can I get pickup or delivery from CBC Liquors before Thanksgiving?

Yes, CBC Liquors provides pickup and delivery as well as walk-in shopping, and both have their own hours. On Wednesday, pickup runs from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM and delivery runs from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

Earlier in the week, pickup and delivery follow the same pattern. On Sunday, pickup is 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM and delivery is 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Monday and Tuesday match Wednesday's hours.

If you want to skip the lines, order early in the week and give yourself room. Our delivery areas page lists the towns we serve, including Chelmsford, Acton, Littleton and Lowell.

Nothing is delivered or picked up on Thanksgiving Day, so treat Wednesday as the finish line.

What if I run out on Thanksgiving Day itself?

If you run out on Thanksgiving Day, a package store cannot help you, because none in Massachusetts can sell alcohol that day. The simplest fix is to plan a little extra on Wednesday.

A few ways to stretch what you have: put a pot of hot cider on the stove, set out sparkling water and mixers for guests who want something without alcohol, and keep coffee ready for after dinner. Cider you bought from our cider shelf keeps well, so an extra bottle will not go to waste if it is not opened.

None of that means buying a lot. It means buying with a little breathing room, then keeping it for the weekend if you do not need it.

Our store is rated above 4.5 on Google from more than 300 reviews. If you have a question about what to grab, ask at the counter on Wednesday. We would rather help you finish the list than hear that you ran short on Thursday.