FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – This year’s National Night Out is coming up on Tuesday. The annual event aims to foster and promote police and community partnerships. With origins going back to the 1970s, the event has been marked on the first Tuesday in August since 1984. Events are usually organized around the country, including block watches, festivals, or even small cookouts.
There are several events scheduled throughout northeast Indiana. More here
Here at home, the Fort Wayne Police Department put out details on this year’s event:
National Night Out is officially 4 days away! This year is going to break records with over 20 community service tables.
Mission BBQ will be onsite passing out food and have BAM-BAM out.
We will also have events for kids that include facepainting, ballon artists and a mobile gaming trailer. This is open to everyone to bring their families out and enjoy. Our Special Ops teams, FWFD, animal control, ISP, TRAA and IDNR will be there to represent their departments .
We are giving away over 500 bookbags filled with school supplies. Feel free to stop by August 4th. 5pm-7pm at Memorial Park! If you have never been to National Night Out, you won’t be disappointed. It is a huge event and an incredible display of community support! And it’s all FREE!
What: National Night Out
When: Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Where: Memorial Park, 2301 Maumee Ave
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