San Antonio vs Universal City
How do park curfew rules compare between San Antonio, TX and Universal City, TX?
San Antonio has fewer restrictions than Universal City.
San Antonio, TX
Bexar County
San Antonio parks are closed from 11 PM to 5 AM daily under Sec. 22-28 of the Code of Ordinances. Exceptions include the River Walk (Josephine St. to Eagleland Dr.), Alamo Plaza, La Villita, Market Square, and HemisFair Park. Woodlawn Lake Park closes at midnight. Vehicles left in parks after curfew are subject to towing. Special events may operate during curfew hours with written director approval.
View full San Antonio rules →Universal City, TX
Bexar County
Universal City parks close at dusk or 10:00 PM depending on the facility and reopen at dawn. Entering a closed park is criminal trespass and subject to Municipal Court citation.
View full Universal City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | San Antonio | Universal City |
|---|---|---|
| Code Section | Sec. 22-28 (Parks Curfew) | - |
| Hours | Closed 11 PM–5 AM (Woodlawn Lake: midnight–5 AM) | - |
| Exempt Areas | River Walk, Alamo Plaza, La Villita, Market Square, HemisFair | - |
| Vehicles | Subject to towing after curfew | - |
| Special Events | Permitted with director approval | - |
| Standard close | - | Dusk to dawn |
| Lighted fields close | - | 10:00 PM |
| Trespass basis | - | TX Penal Code 30.05 |
| Max fine | - | 500 dollars |
| After-hours permit | - | Parks and Recreation approval |
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San Antonio FAQ
What time do San Antonio parks close?
All city parks close at 11 PM and reopen at 5 AM under Sec. 22-28. Woodlawn Lake Park stays open until midnight. The River Walk, Alamo Plaza, La Villita, Market Square, and HemisFair Park are exempt from the curfew.
Can I leave my car in a park parking lot overnight?
No. Vehicles left parked in city parks after curfew hours are subject to towing. The only exceptions are for organized programs staffed, sponsored, or co-sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department.
Universal City FAQ
What time do Universal City parks close?
Most parks close at dusk and reopen at dawn. Complexes with lighted fields may stay open until 10:00 PM during scheduled events.
What happens if I walk in the park after hours?
You can be cited for criminal trespass under Texas Penal Code 30.05 and the park rules ordinance, with fines up to 500 dollars.
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