Planning ahead? This is the TASMAC holiday list for 2027: the days when TASMAC wine shops, Elite shops and bars in Tamil Nadu are expected to stay closed. The dates follow the Tamil Nadu government public holiday list for 2027 and the dry days named in the state liquor retail rules.
TASMAC dry days 2027: expected list
| Date | Day | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| 16 January 2027 | Saturday | Thiruvalluvar Day |
| 22 January 2027 | Friday | Vallalar Ninaivu Naal (Thai Poosam) (expected, to be confirmed) |
| 26 January 2027 | Tuesday | Republic Day |
| 19 April 2027 | Monday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| 1 May 2027 | Saturday | May Day |
| 15 August 2027 | Sunday | Independence Day and Milad-un-Nabi |
| 2 October 2027 | Saturday | Gandhi Jayanti |
In 2027 Independence Day and Milad-un-Nabi fall on the same date, so there are seven closure dates instead of the usual eight. Milad-un-Nabi depends on moon sighting and can move by a day. We will update this page when district notifications are issued.
Days TASMAC stays open in 2027
Many people expect wine shops to close on big festivals, but these are not dry days in Tamil Nadu: New Year’s Day, Pongal, Good Friday, Tamil New Year, Ramzan, Bakrid, Vinayagar Chathurthi, Ayudha Poojai, Deepavali and Christmas. Shops and bars work their normal hours on these days.
TASMAC shop timings
TASMAC shops and attached bars are open from 12 noon to 10 PM on all working days, including Sundays. Liquor is sold only to people aged 21 and above.
Frequently asked questions
Is TASMAC open on Sunday?
Yes. Sunday is a normal working day unless it falls on one of the dry days listed above.
Is TASMAC closed on Deepavali and Pongal?
No. Neither is a dry day. Only Thiruvalluvar Day, which falls the day after Pongal, is a closure.
Are bars and hotel bars also closed on dry days?
Yes. Dry-day orders cover TASMAC retail shops, attached bars, club bars and hotel bars across the state.
Can extra dry days be added?
Yes. Elections, vote counting days and local festivals can bring extra closures, announced by the Election Commission or the District Collector. Check the latest notice from your district before you plan.
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