Utica, NY Curfew Laws: Park Curfew (2026)
Key Facts
- Summer hours
- 6 a.m.-9 p.m. (Apr 15-Nov 15)
- Winter hours
- 6 a.m.-7 p.m. (Nov 15-Apr 15)
- After hours
- Presence deemed trespassing
- Exception
- Lit courts / special-use permit
- Penalty
- Summons to Utica City Court
Summary
Utica parks and playgrounds are open 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. from April 15 to November 15, and 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. from November 15 to April 15. Anyone in a park outside these hours is deemed a trespasser and can be issued a summons.
All parks and playgrounds in Utica shall be open daily as follows: 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. from April 15 to November 15 and from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. from November 15 to April 15 of each year. Any person or persons found to be at such playground or park at times prohibited shall be deemed a trespasser.
Full Breakdown
Under the Parks and Recreation chapter (Sec. 2-18-27), all parks and playgrounds are open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. between April 15 and November 15, and from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. between November 15 and April 15. No one is authorized in the public parks except during these hours; anyone present at prohibited times is deemed a trespasser. Illuminated areas in active use (basketball courts, football fields, tennis courts) or activities under a granted special-use permit are exceptions. People found after hours are first directed to leave for safety.
Violations & Fines
Those who refuse to leave, or who return after hours without a special-use permit, are issued a summons returnable in Utica City Court.
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Sources & Official References
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