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National Night Out

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that fosters positive relationships and communication between community members and police. It encourages community awareness, involvement, and provides law enforcement accessibility in order to make our neighborhoods safer. 

Thousands of Central Texas neighbors participate in National Night Out, which traditionally takes place on the first Tuesday in October, annually. It is designed to heighten crime prevention awareness, generate support and participation in crime prevention efforts, and strengthen neighborhood spirit and community relationships.

During the event, residents in neighborhoods throughout Austin and across the nation are asked to turn on their porch lights, lock their doors, and spend the evening outside with their neighbors, police officers, firefighters, EMS medics, and code compliance officers. Events such as cookouts, block parties, and neighborhood walks occur throughout the city and nationwide.

SAVE THE DATE! NATIONAL NIGHT OUT IS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026!

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National Night Out 2026

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2026 INFORMATIONAL FLYER 

Interested in hosting a party?

  • Anyone interested in hosting a National Night Out party MUST register their party annually with the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) by visiting their website: https://natw.org/registration/

Want to request local first responders to attend your party?

  • Want to request Austin Police, Fire, EMS, and/or Code Compliance to attend your party within the city limits? Please complete the National Night Out Party Visit Request Form. The deadline to request agencies will be midnight on Sunday, September 27, 2026. No changes/additions/cancellations will be accepted once your request is submitted.

Need a street closure for your party? 

  • The Living Streets Neighborhood Block Party Program from Austin Transportation & Public Works makes it easy to bring people together for a safe gathering on your own street. For $50 plus a small technology fee, you can request a temporary closure for Neighborhood Night Out or any day of the year, and the city provides barricades at no extra cost. Your street just needs to be a local, residential street with at least 15 feet of clear space for emergency access. For more information and to apply, please visit https://atd.knack.com/smart-mobility#block-party-getting-started/
National Night Out Kickoff Party 2026

2026 National Night Out Kickoff Party Informational Flyer

  • The 2026 National Night Out Kickoff party will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 8 –11 a.m. at the Mueller Home Depot (1200 Barbara Jordan Blvd). Come meet with public safety vendors to get information, resources, and swag for your National Night Out party!

Interested in being a National Night Out Kickoff Party vendor?

  • Do you offer a public safety/crime prevention service that you want to share with the community? Sign up to be a vendor at the National Night Out Kickoff Party! Contact: Joshua Lake via email at Joshua.Lake2@austintexas.gov 
Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register my party prior to requesting agency attendance?

  • Yes, anyone interested in hosting a National Night Out party MUST register their party annually with the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) by visiting their website: https://natw.org/registration/. Registration is FREE! A guide & coordinator toolkit will be sent to you via e-mail to help you organize your party.

Who do I contact if I need a street closure for my party?

  • The Living Streets Neighborhood Block Party Program from Austin Transportation & Public Works makes it easy to bring people together for a safe gathering on your own street. For $50 plus a small technology fee, you can request a temporary closure for Neighborhood Night Out or any day of the year, and the city provides barricades at no extra cost. Your street just needs to be a local, residential street with at least 15 feet of clear space for emergency access. For more information and to apply, please visit https://atd.knack.com/smart-mobility#block-party-getting-started/

How do I sign up to be a vendor at the National Night Out Kickoff Party?

  • Contact Josh Lake via email at joshua.Lake2@austintexas.gov for more information. You must offer a public safety/crime prevention service that you want to share with the community to be considered.