Myrtle Beach Enforces 9 P.M. Curfew for Unaccompanied Minors in Ocean Boulevard District

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April 18, 2026

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Unaccompanied minors must leave the Ocean Boulevard downtown district by 9 p.m. under an enforced curfew, Myrtle Beach Police said in a renewed public reminder aimed at controlling nighttime activity in the tourist-heavy area.

The Myrtle Beach Police Department issued the alert to clarify that anyone 17 or younger cannot remain in the designated zone after 9 p.m. unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Curfew Targets High-Traffic Tourist Zone

The restriction applies to a defined section of the city’s downtown core, including the area from the ocean west to Kings Highway and spanning 6th Avenue South through 21st Avenue North. It also covers Broadway Street between 7th and 9th avenues north.

Police say the curfew is designed to improve safety in one of Myrtle Beach’s busiest corridors, particularly during evening hours when foot traffic remains high.

Limited exceptions are allowed, including for minors traveling to or from work, emergencies, or other approved circumstances.

Broader Citywide Curfew Still in Effect

Outside the Ocean Boulevard zone, Myrtle Beach enforces a broader juvenile curfew from midnight to 6 a.m., which applies citywide.

Officials did not announce new enforcement measures alongside the reminder but emphasized ongoing efforts to ensure compliance.

Key Points
• Myrtle Beach enforces 9 p.m. curfew for unaccompanied minors in Ocean Boulevard area
• Rule applies to ages 17 and under within defined downtown zone
• Citywide curfew from midnight to 6 a.m. remains in effect

Ongoing Safety Efforts

The department framed the reminder as part of broader public safety efforts in areas that attract both tourists and local residents.

Officials often reissue curfew guidance ahead of busy periods to reinforce expectations and reduce potential incidents involving unsupervised minors.

What Comes Next

Myrtle Beach Police say enforcement of the curfew will continue, with officers monitoring compliance in the designated zones during evening hours.

No changes to the ordinance have been announced, and the curfew remains in effect as previously established.

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