Is a 13 year old old enough to go to the mall with friends?

It's one of those interesting situations; if the parents say "no" and the kid gets upset, the kid is probably too immature to listen to the parent and SHOULDN't go to the mall with friends. If the parents say no and the kid is understanding and compliant and generally a respetful and obedient child, well... it's up to the parents. In general, it's about emotional maturity. Trust me, the parents know best.