NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

We pride ourselves on innovative and meaningful commUNITY programs and involvement. Save the date for Tuesday, August 4, 2026!

Celebrating CommUNITY Spirit

Where Friendship and Public Safety Meet
August 4, 2026

Download the 2026 National Night Out Flyer in English

Download the 2026 National Night Out Flyer in Spanish

Agency Registration Link - Reserve Booth Space by July 27, 2026

Download English Flyer HERE.

Download Spanish Flyer HERE.

National Night Out

Join over 38 million neighbors across thousands of communities around the nation for the annual National Night Out celebration, an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our community a safe and more caring place to live.

National Night Out takes place on the first Tuesday in August every year to celebrate and build police-community partnerships and promote community safety. National Night Out is sponsored nationally by the National Association of Town Watch.

The Focus of National Night Out:

Strengthen community spirit and police-community partnerships
Increase awareness about local police programs
Strengthen relationships with partner agencies
Raise awareness about community safety and local anti-crime efforts

Join us this year for a memorable National Night Out!

For more information, contact:

SPOT: Salinas Police Outreach Team
Contact Us: SPOT Form Here
Phone: (831) 758-7094

FAQs About National Night Out

Agencies, nonprofits, community groups, and local organizations are invited to participate in Salinas Police Department’s National Night Out by reserving booth space and joining us in this citywide celebration. Booths are a great way to share resources, highlight programs, and connect directly with families across Salinas. If your organization would like to be part of this year’s event, simply complete the registration form at www.police.salinas.gov/nno-reg/. We look forward to partnering with you to make National Night Out a vibrant, welcoming, and community‑centered evening!

Purpose and Goals of NNO

For SPD, National Night Out is an opportunity to connect with the community in a relaxed, positive environment. Officers meet neighbors, answer questions, share safety information, and build relationships that support long‑term public safety. The event also helps youth and families get to know the department, learn about career paths in law enforcement, and see the human side of policing.

What you will see at National Night Out in Salinas

Each year, the Salinas Police Department partners with local organizations, businesses, and community groups to host a variety of family‑friendly activities, including:

Food trucks, BBQs, and refreshments
Safety demonstrations and educational booths
Youth activities, games, bouncy house, and interactive displays
Equipment exhibits featuring SPD patrol vehicles, specialty units, Public Works equipment, and fire trucks
Drone and K9 demonstrations

These events are designed to be welcoming, fun, and informative — a chance for families to enjoy the evening while strengthening connections with the officers who serve them.