Massachusetts has some commerce restrictions during certain holidays. Examples of this include retailers being closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, which is why you’re not able to shop at department or grocery stores on those days. But there are other holidays where there are restrictions, but they aren’t full restrictions. An example of this is coming up in a few days.
Memorial Day will occur on May 26 this year. For many, the day will include paying tribute and remembering those in battle who made the ultimate sacrifice so we can continue to enjoy the freedom that we have daily. In many cities and towns, the day will include special ceremonies, parades, remembrance speeches, and cemetery visits. Others will host and attend backyard cookouts and picnics. Some of those gatherings may include alcohol, but if you wait until May 26 to purchase alcohol, you should know that you’ll have to wait a little later in the day to make your purchase.
According to Massachusetts law, liquor stores may not open before noon on Memorial Day. The reason behind this law is that Memorial Day, as we mentioned earlier, is reserved for remembering, mourning, and celebrating our fallen heroes…