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Massachusetts Last Call Hours (2026)

Info: In Massachusetts, the statewide cap is 2 a.m., but many cities require 1 a.m., and the last drink must be served 30 minutes before closing.

InfoVerified Jun 5, 2026

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Last Call Hours in states bordering Massachusetts

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

ConnecticutInfo
In Connecticut, last call is 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday and 1 a.m. from Sunday through Thursday, with a 3 a.m. cutoff on New Year's Eve.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: portal.ct.gov · Full Connecticut rule →
New HampshireInfo
In New Hampshire, last call is 1 a.m., and it is the same statewide.
Verified Aug 2, 2026 · Source: gc.nh.gov · Full New Hampshire rule →
New YorkInfo
New York's default last call is 2 a.m., but New York City, Buffalo, Albany and Saratoga Springs allow 4 a.m.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: nysenate.gov · Full New York rule →
Rhode IslandInfo
In Rhode Island, last call is 1 a.m., though Providence allows 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: webserver.rilegislature.gov · Full Rhode Island rule →
VermontInfo
In Vermont, last call is 2 a.m. statewide, and 3 a.m. on New Year's Eve.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: liquorcontrol.vermont.gov · Full Vermont rule →

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