Tampa city parks are closed during nighttime hours, typically from sunset or a specified evening hour until sunrise. The Parks and Recreation Department sets hours for each facility.
Most Tampa parks close at dark or a specified evening hour and open at dawn. Bayshore Boulevard and waterfront parks may have specific hours. Lighted sports facilities have extended hours during scheduled activities. Park curfews apply to all persons. Exceptions exist for permitted events. Tampa's parks along the Hillsborough River and Tampa Bay waterfront are subject to posted hours.
Being in a park after hours is subject to citation by Tampa Police. Trespassing in closed parks results in fines. Vandalism during closed hours carries additional penalties.
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