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West Virginia Last Call Hours (2026)
Info: In West Virginia, last call is 2 a.m., though club licenses in cities like Charleston allow 3 a.m.
Official source: code.wvlegislature.gov →
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Last Call Hours in states bordering West Virginia
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- KentuckyConditional
Kentucky leaves bar hours to local governments in wet territories, and many areas remain dry or partially dry. Louisville and Lexington generally run to around 2 a.m. — verify the local rule.
Verified Jun 7, 2026 · Source: apps.legislature.ky.gov · Full Kentucky rule →
- MarylandInfo
In Maryland, statewide on-premises service runs to 2 a.m., and local ordinances may set earlier hours.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: atcc.maryland.gov · Full Maryland rule →
- OhioConditional
In Ohio, standard on-premises permits allow sales to 1 a.m., and the common extended-hours permit allows 2:30 a.m. Municipalities may set earlier closings but cannot extend past the state cap.
Verified Jun 7, 2026 · Source: codes.ohio.gov · Full Ohio 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 →
- VirginiaInfo
In Virginia, last call for on-premises alcohol service at bars and restaurants is 2 a.m. in localities where mixed-beverage sales are authorized; in all other localities on-premises service stops at midnight. Off-premises retail sales stop at midnight everywhere. Private club and mixed-beverage casino licensees are excepted (3VAC5-50-30).
Verified Aug 2, 2026 · Source: law.lis.virginia.gov · Full Virginia rule →
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