National Night Out (NNO) is an annual event started in 1984. The goal of NNO is to create a sense of community and to promote crime prevention and safety awareness. This is also a great opportunity to meet neighbors, get to know local law enforcement officers, and work together to make Douglas County communities a safer place.

In the 42 years since its inception, 38 million + people across 17,000 communities have come together on the first Tuesday of August to take part in National Night Out events such as block parties, festivals, parades, cookouts, and various other community events.

This year, National Night Out takes place the evening of Tuesday, August 5. Check out some of our local events below! 

Please note that not all local events are occurring on August 5.

🚓 National Night Out with the Parker Police Department

• Location: Discovery Park, Parker
•  Connect with your local officers, explore patrol vehicles up close, and learn more about public safety programs in Parker. Meet the K9 Unit!
• July 31st | 5-7pm

🚓 National Night Out with the Castle Rock Police Department

• Location: Philip S Miller Park, Castle Rock
• Interact with the various divisions and specialized units at CRPD, participate in a number of hands-on activities, and watch demonstrations. Castle Rock Police will be manning the grills, serving up free hamburgers, hotdogs, and drinks to attendees, and there will be plenty of giveaways for kids!
• August 5th | 5-8pm

🚓 National Night Out in Highlands Ranch

• Location: Civic Green Park, Highlands Ranch
• The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will recognize National Night Out in Highlands Ranch on August 6th from 5-8pm during the Ice Cream Social, bringing patrol vehicles, K-9, mounted patrol, a SWAT truck and more. South Metro Fire Rescue will have engines and safety demonstrations on display.
• August 6th | 5-8pm

🚓 National Night Out at Sterling Ranch

• Location: Sterling Center, Littleton
• The Douglas County Sheriff's Office, South Metro Fire Rescue, and more will help us build community, along with kids' activities.
• August 6th | 5:30-7:30pm