Curfew Laws in Chicago, IL (2026)
2 verified curfew laws for Chicago, Illinois, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Juvenile Curfew
Chicago prohibits minors under 17 from public places between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM Sunday-Thursday and between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM Friday-Saturday. Children under 12 must be off the streets after 8:30 PM/9:00 PM. Exceptions include parental accompaniment, work, and school events. Parents face fines and community service.
Chicago Juvenile Curfew (MCC §8-16-020)
Heavy RestrictionsPark Curfew
Chicago parks are generally open from 6 AM to 11 PM under the Chicago Park District Code. Public school playgrounds close at 9:30 PM under MCC 10-36-120. Police enforce park curfew hours.
Chicago Park Curfew Regulations
Heavy RestrictionsLooking for Cook County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Chicago city rules.
Curfew Laws in Cook County →