Curfew Laws in Memphis, TN (2026)
2 verified curfew laws for Memphis, Tennessee, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Juvenile Curfew
Memphis enforces a juvenile curfew under Memphis City Code Chapter 9-24. Minors under 18 are prohibited from being in public places during curfew hours without a parent, guardian, or authorized adult. Curfew hours are 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM Sunday through Thursday, and midnight to 6:00 AM Friday and Saturday. Exceptions include minors traveling to or from work, school events, or emergencies. Parents can also be cited for allowing curfew violations. Memphis Police actively enforce the curfew.
Memphis Juvenile Curfew Hours
Heavy RestrictionsPark Curfew
Memphis city parks are closed to the public from dusk (or posted closing time) until dawn. Memphis Code Title 12 governs parks and public places. Persons found in city parks after closing hours are subject to citation by Memphis Police or Park Rangers. Some parks have specific posted hours that differ from the general dusk-to-dawn rule. Special event permits may extend park hours for organized activities. The Shelby County park system has similar after-hours rules.