If it’s between 10:00 AM and Noon, check if your specific town has approved early sales.

The rules vary slightly depending on whether you are buying for home consumption or drinking out. Grocery & Convenience Stores Widely available in most retail outlets.

12:00 PM (if the town has not passed the "Brunch Bill"). End Time: 2:00 AM (Monday morning). 🛒 Where to Buy

A few counties in NC still restrict or prohibit certain types of alcohol sales.

If you need heavy spirits or specific fortified wines, you must buy them before the ABC stores close on Saturday night.

Typically begins at 10:00 AM to accommodate Sunday brunch crowds. Requirement: Must be a licensed on-premise establishment. ABC Stores (Liquor Stores) Availability: ❌ None.

Since 2017, North Carolina has allowed for earlier alcohol sales on Sundays, moving the traditional start time up from noon. 10:00 AM (if local ordinances allow).

In North Carolina, you can buy wine on Sundays, but the timing depends on where you are and what type of establishment you are visiting. The state operates under "Home Rule," meaning local governments can set their own specific limits within the state's framework. 🕒 The "Brunch Bill" Rules