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Curfew Laws in Madison, WI (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Juvenile Curfew

Madison enforces a juvenile curfew under MGO 25.07. Minors under 17 are prohibited from being in public places between 11 PM and 5 AM Sunday through Thursday, and midnight to 5 AM Friday and Saturday, with exceptions for work and parental accompaniment.

Curfew: Juvenile Curfew

Heavy Restrictions

Park Curfew

Madison public parks are generally closed from 10 PM to 4 AM under MGO 8.16 Parks Rules. Entering or remaining in a park after hours without a permit is prohibited. Lake access and bike paths have separate rules.

Curfew: Park Curfew

Some Restrictions

Looking for Dane County county-wide rules?

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

Curfew Laws in Dane County