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Englewood vs Garfield

How do park curfew rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Garfield, NJ?

Englewood and Garfield have similar restriction levels.

Englewood, NJ

Bergen County

Few Restrictions

Englewood prohibits any person from being in City parks between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. except for authorized City staff, lawful workers, and permitted recreation programs approved by the Recreation Director.

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Garfield, NJ

Bergen County

Few Restrictions

Garfield's park regulations prohibit loitering in any city park more than one-half hour after sunset and bar new games or events from starting after 9:30 p.m., with no inning or period beginning after 10:30 p.m.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactEnglewoodGarfield
Closed Hours9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.-
PermitsIssued by Recreation Director-
Garrity and MackayApril 9 to June 4-
Code SourceParks and Recreation Areas-
Closing time-1/2 hour after sunset
New activity cutoff-9:30 p.m.
Inning/period cutoff-10:30 p.m.
Trigger-Warning required first

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Englewood FAQ

What time do Englewood City parks close?

Englewood City parks are closed to the public between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Entry during those hours is prohibited unless you have a written Recreation Department permit.

Can a sports league use a park after hours?

Yes, but only with a written permit from the Director of the City Recreation Department. Garrity Field and Mackay Park permits are limited to April 9 through June 4.

Garfield FAQ

Can I walk my dog in a Garfield park after dark?

Garfield parks effectively close one-half hour after sunset. Once warned by an officer, remaining in the park is a violation subject to municipal fine.

When must evening sports games end in Garfield parks?

No new game or event may start after 9:30 p.m., and no new inning or period may begin after 10:30 p.m., effectively ending most field activity by then.

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