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Curfew Laws in Columbus, OH (2026)

2 verified curfew laws for Columbus, Ohio, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Juvenile Curfew

Columbus enforces a juvenile curfew under Columbus City Code Chapter 2329. Minors under 17 must not be in public places during curfew hours: 12 AM to 5 AM on weekends (Friday and Saturday nights) and 11 PM to 5 AM on school nights (Sunday through Thursday). Exceptions apply for employment, emergencies, and supervised activities.

Columbus Juvenile Curfew Hours

Heavy Restrictions

Park Curfew

Columbus city parks close at 11 PM and reopen at 6 AM daily. The Columbus Recreation and Parks Department enforces park hours. Remaining in a park after closing is a violation and may result in citation or arrest for trespassing.

Columbus Park Curfew & Closing Times

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Franklin County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Columbus city rules.

Curfew Laws in Franklin County