South Carolina Liquor Stores and Holiday Hours
Convenience Stores Open on July 4th
Convenience stores in South Carolina will be open on the 4th of July, so you can stock up on snacks, drinks, and other essentials for your holiday celebration.
Retail Stores Open on July 4th
Most retail stores in South Carolina will be closed on the 4th of July, but there are a few exceptions. Some grocery stores, drug stores, and gas stations will be open, so you can still get the necessities you need.
Liquor Stores Closed on July 4th
Retail liquor stores in South Carolina are not allowed to be open on the 4th of July. This is because the state considers liquor sales to be a non-essential activity on holidays.
Governor Sanford Says He Won't Close Liquor Stores on Independence Day
In 2008, then-Governor Mark Sanford said he would not make liquor stores close on the Independence Day holiday. This was despite a bill that was passed by the state legislature that would have required all liquor stores to be closed on Sundays and holidays.
Liquor Stores Not Required to Open on Sundays
Neither of the bills that have been passed by the state legislature requires any liquor store to open on Sunday. This means that liquor stores are free to decide for themselves whether or not they want to be open on Sundays.
A Few States Close State Liquor Stores on Sundays
There are a few states in the United States that close state liquor stores on Sundays. These states include Mississippi, North Carolina, Texas, and Utah.
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