Juvenile Curfew In The City Of Myrtle Beach

The City of Myrtle Beach maintains an adjusted juvenile curfew ordinance that applies to specific areas of the city to help promote safety, reduce late-night juvenile incidents, and support families, businesses, residents, and visitors. This page provides an overview of what the curfew means, where it applies, and who is affected. Juvenile Curfew FAQ.

Who the Curfew Applies To

The juvenile curfew applies to individuals 17 years of age and under.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to review this information so they can help minors understand where they may be and when adult supervision is required.

Curfew Hours

In designated areas of Myrtle Beach, individuals aged 17 and under may not remain in the area between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Ocean Boulevard
• The beach and beach accesses
• City parks
• Common areas of hotels, motels, and apartment buildings
• Shopping centers and business common areas

All Other Areas of the City

Outside of the designated zone and city-owned property, the city’s standard juvenile curfew of 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. remains in effect.

Designated Curfew Zone

The adjusted curfew applies to a specific downtown area highlighted on the official map.

The designated zone includes:

• Ocean Boulevard and downtown Myrtle Beach
• From the Atlantic Ocean to Kings Highway
• Between 13th Avenue South and 21st Avenue North
• A small extension west of Kings Highway to Broadway Street, between 7th Avenue North and 9th Avenue North

A map showing the exact boundaries of the designated zone is provided on this page for reference.

Exemptions and Exceptions

The ordinance includes limited exemptions. Juveniles may be present during curfew hours if they are:

• Accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
• Traveling to or from work
• Experiencing or responding to an emergency
• Engaged in lawful travel or activities permitted by the ordinance

Officers consider these exemptions when making contact and work to ensure situations are handled appropriately.

Why the Curfew Was Implemented

The adjusted juvenile curfew is one part of a broader, ongoing effort to address juvenile-related issues in the Ocean Boulevard and downtown areas. The goal is to improve safety, reduce late-night incidents involving minors, and ensure downtown Myrtle Beach remains a family-friendly environment for residents and visitors.

Education, parental involvement, and community cooperation are key components of this effort.

What Parents and Guardians Should Know

If you are the parent or guardian of someone 17 or under:

• Minors must leave designated downtown areas by 9:00 p.m. unless you are with them
• Plan ahead when visiting the downtown area in the evening
• Talk with your child about curfew expectations and designated zones
• Be prepared to respond if contacted by law enforcement regarding your child

Questions or Additional Information

For questions about the juvenile curfew ordinance, enforcement, or designated areas, please contact the Myrtle Beach Police Department or review the official city ordinance and map available on this page.

Working together, we can help keep Myrtle Beach safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone.