Vermont happy hour laws

Banned

Happy hour is illegal in Vermont. A bar can lower prices for a full business day, but not for part of the day. Free drinks and drinking games are also banned.

Last checked · Oct 19, 2026

The rules

  1. Bars may not offer drinks at reduced prices for part of the day. Lower prices for a full business day, and for banquets and similar group events, are allowed.

    Code Vt. R. 26-020-001-X, General Regulation 43

  2. No promotions that encourage rapid or excessive drinking, and no free drinks.

    Code Vt. R. 26-020-001-X, General Regulation 43(a)

Happy hour in Vermont

Bars in Vermont can't discount drinks for part of the day, so there are no happy hour windows to list. What venues tend to offer instead is food specials and a lower everyday price on drinks.

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