National Night Out is a series of community-building events that traditionally take place on the first Tuesday in August. This year, that is Tuesday, August 6th.
But some communities choose to hold their National Night Out events on the weekend, rather than on a Tuesday — so you’ll start seeing events as early as August 1st.
National Night Out started in 1984, and now takes place in 16,000 communities across the nation. The goal is to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement.
At National Night Out events, you’ll often find free food, games, live music, bounce houses, and more. Often, you’ll get to explore public safety vehicles and meet K9 police dogs.
Each event is a little different. But at all of them you will get a chance to meet your local law enforcement officers and neighbors.
If you don’t see a nearby event on this list, we encourage you to do some research on your own, to find out if your neighborhood or town/suburb is hosting a National Night Out.
Some places to check: the Next Door app, your city/county website or newsletter, community Facebook pages, call city hall, or ask your savvy neighbors.
You may also be interested in:
- Enjoy $1 movies with Regal Summer Express
- 15+ summer festivals happening in metro Atlanta
- Have a close-up butterfly encounter this summer
- Complete guide to free summer concerts
- Enjoy a night under the stars: free outdoor movies
- Free outdoor community yoga and fitness classes this summer
- 4th of July fireworks and celebrations
National Night Out 2025 events
Please make sure to follow each link to get the full details.
The events are listed in random order — sorry about that!
Please check the dates, as not everything has been updated for 2025 yet.
♦ Chamblee
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
6 to 9 p.m.
Chamblee Public Safety Building
4445 Buford Hwy.
More info
An evening of fun, community, and safety awareness!
♦ Lilburn
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
6 to 8:30 p.m.
Lilburn City Park
More info
Meet local officers, learn about safety, and check out some cool vehicles.
♦ Lawrenceville
Friday, August 8, 2025
6 to 10 p.m.
Downtown Lawrenceville
More info
A night of community building on the Lawrenceville Lawn, with lots of activities for all ages.
You’ll find food trucks, and a free movie on the Lawn.
♦ Stonecrest
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
6 to 8:30 p.m.
Stop by City Hall to meet local law enforcement officers, enjoy free refreshments, and take a selfie in the photo booth.
More info
♦ Kennesaw
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
6 to 8 p.m.
Swift-Cantrell Park
Food, music, community, meet-and-greets with officers.
More info
♦ Clayton County
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025
6 to 8 p.m.
5445 Riverdale Rd.
DJ, giveaways, food vendors, entertainment, and meet your local officers.
More info
♦ South Fulton
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
6 to 9 p.m.
World Changers Intl Church
2500 Burdett Road
South Fulton, GA30349
more info
Meet your neighbors, community leaders, and public safety officials — while enjoying food, entertainment, and fun.
♦ Sandy Springs
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
6 to 9 p.m.
City Green at City Springs
1 Galambos Way
More info
This free, family-friendly Back-to-School Bash will feature games, a peek inside police cars and fire trucks, a giant inflatable obstacle course, a live DJ, and more. There will be FREE hot dogs, snow cones, and other refreshments.
♦ Midtown Atlanta
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
6 to 8 p.m.
Myrtle Street, the block between 5th and 6th Streets
More info
Chat with neighbors, police, fire fighters, and city council members at this annual summer block party. FREE to attend. Refreshments provided.
♦ Atlanta — West End
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
5 to 8 p.m.
Rose Circle Park
914 Rose Circle SW
Atlanta, GA 30310
Music, community cookout, family activities, and more.
More info
♦ Cobb County
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
6 to 9 p.m.
Jim Miller Park
2245 Callaway Rd.
Marietta, GA 30008
More info
This fun event will feature food trucks and entertainment. Public safety departments on site may include Cobb Animal Services, Cobb Fire and Emergency Services, Cobb Sheriff’s Office, Cobb 911, and Cobb Emergency Management Agency.
♦ Alpharetta (Avalon)
Thursday, July 31, 2025
5 to 7 p.m.
Avalon
Live demos by the public safety departments, touch-a-truck, interactive activities for kids and families. Plus, beat the heat with fresh popsicles by King of Pops.
More info
♦ Dunwoody
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025
6 to 8 p.m.
Pernosahl Park
4575 N. Shallowford Road
More info
Mingle with neighbors and members of the public safety community, ask questions, learn about safety. There will be police vehicles, fire trucks, and SWAT trucks on display. For fun, you’ll find food trucks, kid activities, live music, and more.
♦ Brookhaven
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
6 to 9 p.m.
Briarcliff Recreation Center
2235 Briarwood Way
Brookhaven, GA 30329
More info
Come out for a public safety event with a festival atmosphere and plenty of family fun. You’ll also get to meet first responders, peek inside emergency vehicles, and ask questions.
♦ Clarkston
Friday, Aug. 1, 2025
5 to 9 p.m.
Downtown Clarkston, along Market Street
More info
The Clarkston police will hand out backpacks and school supplies, while supplies last. Plus, you’ll find bounce houses, an obstacle course, games, and a foam pit for the kids. Lots of FREE fun, and first responders will be on hand to answer questions.
♦ Douglasville
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
5 to 8 p.m.
Jessie Davis Park
7775 Malone St
Douglasville, 30134
More info
Come out to meet with Douglasville Police Department and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. There will be hot dogs and hamburgers, kids activities, giveaways, music, and a touch-a-truck event.
FREE to attend.
♦ Peachtree City
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
5:30 to 8 p.m.
The Reserve at Peachtree City
More info
Last year we also had events from these cities. It’s possible they are hosting National Night Out again this year, but we could not locate the info.
- Doraville
- Avondale Estates
- Acworth
- Jonesboro
