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New Jersey Last Call Hours (2026)

Conditional: New Jersey sets no statewide last call — each municipality sets bar hours by ordinance. 2 a.m. is most common, but some towns close at midnight and a few run later.

ConditionalVerified Jun 7, 2026

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Last Call Hours in states bordering New Jersey

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

DelawareInfo
In Delaware, last call is 1 a.m., and premises must clear drinks by 2 a.m.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: oabcc.delaware.gov · Full Delaware 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 →
PennsylvaniaInfo
In Pennsylvania, last call is 2 a.m. statewide, though private clubs can serve until 3 a.m.
Verified Aug 2, 2026 · Source: pa.gov · Full Pennsylvania rule →

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