Tlalpan implements alcohol sales ban for weekend

The mayor's office of Tlalpan has enacted a temporary ban on the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages within the Tlalpan Center neighborhood. This measure, commonly known as 'ley seca' or dry law, aims to regulate activities during the upcoming weekend.

The suspension is scheduled to begin at 12:00 AM on Thursday, August 27, 2026, and will remain in effect until 12:00 AM on Sunday, August 30, 2026. The decree specifically targets establishments involved in the sale and consumption of alcohol, as published in the Official Gazette.

Numerous types of businesses will be affected by this ban. These include liquor stores, grocery stores, supermarkets with alcohol licenses, convenience stores, and department stores. The prohibition also extends to neighborhood impact establishments such as hotels, clubs, cantinas, pulquerías, breweries, and other venues where alcoholic beverages are sold or consumed.

Furthermore, the ban encompasses temporary establishments set up for fairs, popular festivities, and traditional events held in public spaces. It also applies to markets, street markets (tianguis), and any other similar settings where alcohol sales or consumption might occur. The measure seeks to ensure public order and safety during the specified period.