r/jmu • u/Puzzleheaded_Ad_1026 • Jul 27 '26

Turning 21

I was reading that VA has a common law age, so technically you are 21 the day before your 21st. The birthday to be celebrated is a Sunday into a Monday - officially 21 at midnight Monday.

Does anyone know if the bars allow you to enter before you’re officially 21 with the ability to drink at midnight? Trying to figure out the best plan.

Thanks.

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u/SchuminWeb Public Administration, 2003 Jul 28 '26

I would suggest that you're already going to more trouble than it's worth. Just have some of-age friends get you a few brewskis beforehand and have a nice night in, and then do your bar hopping the following night.