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Manatee County, FL Curfew Laws: Park Curfew (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Parks
Sunrise to sunset (unless posted)
Manatee Public Beach
Sunrise to 10 p.m.
After-hours
Permit required
Enforcement
Staff may expel violators
Code chapter
Manatee County Code 2-24

Summary

Manatee County parks are generally open sunrise to sunset unless otherwise posted or allowed by special permit. Beaches such as Manatee Public Beach are open sunrise to 10 p.m. Rules are enforced under Manatee County Code Chapter 2-24, and staff may expel violators.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Manatee County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

Sunrise to 10 p.m., unless otherwise posted or allowed by special permit ... Manatee County employees reserve the right to expel visitors for violation of these rules and/or any listed in Manatee County Code Chapter 2-24.

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Full Breakdown

Manatee County Sports and Leisure Services operates county parks and beaches under Manatee County Code Chapter 2-24 (Park Regulations). Most parks and park pavilions are open sunrise to sunset unless otherwise posted or approved with a permit. Public beaches keep longer hours: Manatee Public Beach is open sunrise to 10 p.m., unless otherwise posted or allowed by special permit. County staff reserve the right to expel visitors for violating these rules or any provision of Chapter 2-24. Being in a county park after posted closing hours without a permit is a curfew violation. On the Gulf beaches, sea-turtle nesting-season lighting and beach-furniture restrictions (May 1 to October 31) also apply after dark.

Violations & Fines

Remaining in a county park after posted hours, or violating Chapter 2-24 rules, may result in expulsion by county staff and penalties under the county code and applicable state and federal law.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do Manatee County parks close?
Most county parks are open sunrise to sunset unless otherwise posted or allowed by a special permit. Public beaches like Manatee Public Beach are open sunrise to 10 p.m.
What happens if I stay in a county park after closing?
County staff reserve the right to expel visitors for violating park rules or any provision of Manatee County Code Chapter 2-24, and violations are subject to county-code penalties.

Sources & Official References

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