Curfew Laws in Tulsa, OK

If you live in Tulsa or are thinking about moving there, curfew laws are one of those things you probably won't think about until they affect you directly. Tulsa has 2 specific rules on the books covering different aspects of curfew laws, and some of them might surprise you.

Park Curfew

Tulsa closes all city parks between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., and no one may enter, remain, or leave a vehicle unattended in a park during those hours without a permit.

Key details: Curfew hours: 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.. Applies to: All park areas and facilities. Enforcing agency: Park and Recreation Board/Director. Exception: Permit holders may use parks after hours. Penalty: Up to $500 fine, 90 days jail.

Violating the park curfew is an offense under Tulsa's parks penalty section: a fine up to $500 plus up to 90 days in city jail.

Juvenile Curfew

Tulsa bars anyone under 18 from public places and businesses from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. on school nights, with a later midnight start on Friday and Saturday nights, under Tulsa Revised Ordinances Title 27, Chapter 28.

Key details: Weeknight curfew: 11 p.m.–6 a.m. Sun–Thu. Weekend curfew: 12:01 a.m.–6 a.m. Fri/Sat. Max fine: $200 per offense. Downtown overlay: 9 p.m. Fri/Sat, sunsets Oct 2026. Applies to: anyone under 18.

Violating curfew is a municipal offense; each day of violation counts separately, punishable by a fine up to $200 (excluding costs and fees), with community service allowed in lieu of a fine.

The Bottom Line

Tulsa's curfew laws rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Tulsa is broadly strict or permissive.

This guide is based on Tulsa's current municipal code. Local rules can and do change, so check the individual ordinance pages for the latest details, penalties, and FAQs.