Dogs and other animals are banned from the sand itself without a Parks and Recreation Department permit, but are allowed on leash on the sidewalk and grassy strip between A1A's eastern curb and the base of the dune, for the full length of the municipal beach.
Alcoholic beverages are banned on the municipal beach.
Barbecue grills and open fires are banned on the beach, though picnicking without one is fine.
Glass containers are banned on the beach.
Not verified here
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.
Source: City of Delray Beach Code of Ordinances, Title 9 Ch. 101 'Parks, Beaches and Recreation', and the city's Parks and Recreation FAQ page · checked 2026-09-10. Rules change by ordinance and by season. When it matters, confirm with the posted signs.
Dogs at Delray Beach: Dogs and other animals are banned from the sand itself without a Parks and Recreation Department permit, but are allowed on leash on the sidewalk and grassy strip between A1A's eastern curb and the base of the dune, for the full length of the municipal beach. Not allowed at Delray Beach: alcohol, fires & grills, glass. Allowed only in places or at certain times: dogs. Checked against City of Delray Beach Code of Ordinances, Title 9 Ch. 101 'Parks, Beaches and Recreation', and the city's Parks and Recreation FAQ page on 2026-09-10. Rules we have not verified for Delray Beach are marked as such rather than guessed on the beach rules page.