NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2026

National Night Out 2026 will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. This annual community-building campaign promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer, featuring events like block parties, cookouts, and safety demonstrations.

PURPOSE

To foster relationships between neighbors and local law enforcement, increasing safety and community cohesion.

PARTICIPATION

The event is free and takes place in17,000+ communities across the U.S.

ACTIVITIES

Events typically include neighborhood cookouts, block parties, parades, and visits from local police and fire officials.