JAMESTOWN, NY – June 23, 2026 – The City of Jamestown will join communities across the nation in celebrating National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, an annual community-building campaign that promotes strong police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to help make communities safer and stronger.
The event is being organized through a partnership between the Jamestown Police Department and the City of Jamestown Department of Development. Additional details regarding the event location, activities, and participating organizations will be announced as the date approaches.
First introduced by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) in 1984, National Night Out has grown into a nationwide tradition celebrated by more than 17,000 communities and approximately 40 million residents each year. The initiative provides an opportunity for neighbors, law enforcement, and community organizations to come together in a positive setting, strengthen relationships, and foster a greater sense of community.
In Jamestown, National Night Out serves as an opportunity to strengthen connections between residents, law enforcement, city departments, and community organizations while celebrating the partnerships that contribute to safe and vibrant neighborhoods throughout the city.
In an increasingly digital world, opportunities for meaningful in-person engagement remain as important as ever. National Night Out brings residents, community partners, and law enforcement together in a positive setting to build rapport, strengthen relationships, encourage conversation, and reinforce the connections that help create strong, resilient neighborhoods.
Residents are encouraged to save the date and watch for additional event details, including location, activities, and participating organizations, in the coming weeks.
Community organizations interested in participating in National Night Out are encouraged to contact the Jamestown Police Department or the City of Jamestown Department of Development for additional information.
For more information about National Night Out, visit nno.org.
