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 2nd. But many 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 July 29th.
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.
Every year, we try to add the local neighborhood events as we find them. If you know of one that isn’t listed here, you can email the info to editor@atlantaonthecheap.com
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.
During this time of frequent cancellations, please verify that an event is actually happening as planned, before you head out.
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National Night Out 2022 events
Please make sure to follow each link to get the full details.
The events are listed in random order.
Sandy Springs
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
6 to 9 p.m.
City Green at City Springs
1 Galambos Way
More info
There will be FREE hot dogs, snow cones, and other refreshments.
Midtown Atlanta
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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 2, 2022
6 to 9 p.m.
Rose Circle Park
914 Rose Circle SW
Atlanta, GA 30310
Music, snacks, and a chance to get to know your neighbors.
Cobb County
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
6 to 9 p.m.
Jim Miller Park
2245 Callaway Rd.
Marietta, GA 30008
More info
This fun event will feature food trucks, live music, 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.
East Point
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
5 to 8 p.m.
City Hall
2757 East Point Street
East Point, GA 30344
More info
FREE school supplies and backpacks for the first 300 kids to arrive. There will also be 200 pairs of kids shoes given away. For fun, you’ll find music, games, activities, and face painting.
Dunwoody
Thursday, August 4, 2022
5 to 8 p.m.
Brook Run Park
4779 North Peachtree Rd.
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 2, 2022
6 to 9 p.m.
Northeast Plaza
3307 Buford Highway
Brookhaven, GA 30329
More info
Come out for a public safety event with a festival atmosphere — food, games, vendors, music, and family fun. You’ll also get to meet first responders, peek inside emergency vehicles, and ask questions.
Doraville
CANCELED due to storms
Saturday, July 30, 2022
4 to 8 p.m.
Doraville Police Dept.
3570 Park Avenue
Doraville, GA 30340
More info
Come out to view emergency vehicles, watch police K-9 demonstrations, and learn about neighborhood safety. This is a block party on Park Avenue, near the Doraville civic complex, between New Peachtree Road and Buford Highway. There will also be music, games, bounce houses for the kids, food trucks, and craft stations.
Clarkston
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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.
Tucker
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
5 to 8 p.m.
Smoke Rise Elementary School
4789 Hugh Howell Rd.
Tucker, GA 30084
More info
This is a community picnic, so bring your blanket or chairs. Besides a chance to meet the fire and police departments, you’ll find bounce houses, carnival games, and music. FREE hot dogs and hamburgers off the grill!
Douglasville
Tuesday, August 2, 202s
5 to 8 p.m.
Hunter Memorial Park
8830 Gurley Rd
Douglasville, Georgia 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.
