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Curfew Laws in New Orleans, LA (2026)

2 verified curfew laws for New Orleans, Louisiana, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Juvenile Curfew

New Orleans enforces a juvenile curfew under City Code. Minors under 17 are prohibited from being in public places during curfew hours: 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM Sunday through Thursday, and 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM Friday and Saturday. The curfew is among the strictest in the country, especially on weeknights.

New Orleans Juvenile Curfew Hours

Heavy Restrictions

Park Curfew

New Orleans city parks generally close at dusk or at posted hours and reopen at dawn. The New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (NORDC) manages park hours. Unauthorized presence in parks after hours is an offense that may result in citation or arrest by NOPD.

New Orleans Park Curfew & Closing Times

Heavy Restrictions