Mumbai is often called”the “City of Dreams,” is the capital city of Maharashtra, the Indian State of Maharashtra and has several dry days throughout the year.
These days the selling of alcohol is legal.These events usually fall on the religious holidays of the nation and particular events restricted to the state.
Dry days are of significance in the religious and cultural life of the country, as they permit people to observe the national holidays and festivals of religion with respect and dignity.
In addition the purpose of these days is to encourage responsible drinking as well as reduce alcohol-related problems within the society.
By 2025 Mumbai is set to have 25 days of dry weather, during which selling alcohol is prohibited within Mumbai.On special occasions, such as Gandhi Jayanti, Republic Day or Independence Day, dry days will be observed across the country.
However, for occasions such as Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti and Ganesh Chaturthi, the dry-day regulations only apply in Mumbai as well as the State of Maharashtra.
Dry Days in Mumbai, Maharashtra for 2025: FULL LIST
January
Date
Festival
January 14
Makar Sankranti
January 26
Republic Day
January 30
Martyrs Day/Shaheed Diwas
February
Date
Festival
February 19
Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti
February 23
Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti
February 26
Maha Shivratri
March
Date
Festival
March 14
Holi
March 31
Eid Ul-Fitr
April
Date
Festival
April 6
Ram Navami
April 10
Mahavir Jayanti
April 14
Ambedkar Jayanti
April 18
Good Friday
May
Date
Festival
May 1
Maharashtra Day
May 12
Buddha Purnima
June
Date
Festival
June 7
Eid-Al Adha
July
Date
Festival
July 6
Muharram & Asadhi Ekadashi
July 10
Guru Purnima
August
Date
Festival
August 15
Independence Day
August 16
Janmashtami
August 27
Ganesh Chaturthi
September
Date
Festival
Spectember 5
September 5
October
Date
Festival
October 2
Gandhi Jayanti & Dussehra
October 20
Diwali
November
Date
Festival
November 5
Guru Nanak Jayanti
December
Date
Festival
December 25
Christmas
Points To Take Note
The list could be altered in response to Maharashtra government announcements in next few days.
Although selling alcohol is prohibited during dry times, consumption in private is generally permitted.
Disclaimer: We support responsible drinking, and we do not advocate excessive alcohol consumption.Make sure you’re legally drinking age in your area and follow the local laws and regulations.Make informed and thoughtful decisions about alcohol that are based on your health and wellbeing.
