text: what would you do if your parents never let you go out with a couple of friends for some fun? go to play network games or to restaurents my parents did that. i'm still mad at them for it, but their overprotectiveness is probably why i'm best freinds with my brother now, cause i never had anyone else to hang out with. you didn't mention how old you are. if you are 18+, they really can't stop you. but i hate going against my parents wishes (even though i am over 18).   i would maybe invite your freinds over to your place a few times so your parents could get to know them. then, if you want to go to dinner, tell them that and tell them you'll be home at a resonable time, even if they want you back at 9, agree to it. gradually, they will learn to loosen up. mine did.