The sale of alcohol will be restricted in Nizhny Novgorod due to the May holidays.

      On April 29, 2026, at 16:33 Society In Nizhny Novgorod, restrictions will be introduced on the retail sale of alcoholic and alcoholic-containing products during the May holidays. This was reported by the NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" from the city's entrepreneurship development department. The restrictions are related to the regional legislation. According to it, the sale of alcohol is prohibited in places where mass events are held. This refers to venues whose organization has been approved by the local self-government or executive authorities of the Nizhny Novgorod region. It was previously reported that illegal alcohol stores are being closed en masse in the region. We also remind you that there are proposals to tighten the sale of alcoholic beverages in the Nizhny Novgorod region. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and timely information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When republishing, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials for 18+.