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 RestrictionsPark 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 RestrictionsLooking for Franklin County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Columbus city rules.
Curfew Laws in Franklin County →