If you're planning outings, house parties, or stocking up your bar, it’s important to keep track of dry days, dates when the sale of alcohol is prohibited across India. These restrictions are usually imposed on national holidays, religious occasions, and significant observances.
Here’s a complete guide to alcohol dry days in May 2026, along with key details you should know.
May 1 (Friday): Buddha Purnima
May 27 (Wednesday): Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid)
Some states may add or remove certain dry days based on local traditions.
Here’s a complete guide to alcohol dry days in May 2026, along with key details you should know.
List of Dry Days in May 2026
In May 2026, the following days are expected to be observed as dry days across many parts of India:May 1 (Friday): Buddha Purnima
May 27 (Wednesday): Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid)
What Happens on a Dry Day?
On these dates:- Sale of alcohol is strictly prohibited in liquor shops, bars, clubs, and restaurants
- Licensed establishments must remain closed for alcohol service
- However, private consumption at home is usually allowed, provided alcohol was purchased beforehand
Some states may add or remove certain dry days based on local traditions.
