Groups of 9 or more minors banned from gathering in busy nightlife corridor
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new youth curfew crackdown is taking effect in one of Washington’s busiest entertainment districts, with police imposing temporary restrictions aimed at preventing large gatherings and potential disorderly conduct.
The Metropolitan Police Department announced the creation of a Juvenile Curfew Zone covering portions of the U Street Corridor.
The action follows Mayor’s Order 2026-086, which authorizes the police chief to establish a Juvenile Curfew Zone in areas considered at risk for disorderly conduct involving groups of young people.
The designated zone includes portions of U Street and surrounding neighborhoods bounded by V Street, Florida Avenue, 7th Street, Georgia Avenue, T Street, and 15th Street Northwest.
Under the temporary order, individuals under the age of 18 are prohibited from gathering in groups of nine or more in public places or on the premises of establishments within the designated area unless participating in exempted activities permitted by law.
The curfew zone will be enforced from 8 p.m. until 11 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Police said the restrictions will remain in place through Sunday night.
Officials also reminded residents that the District’s existing citywide juvenile curfew remains in effect every night from 11 p.m. until 6 a.m. for anyone under the age of 18.
The Metropolitan Police Department has published a map outlining the affected area on its designated Juvenile Curfew Zones webpage.
Key Points
- DC police established a temporary Juvenile Curfew Zone in the U Street Corridor
- Minors cannot gather in groups of nine or more within the zone during designated hours
- The special curfew runs from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. through Sunday night
