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Release Date: June 26,2026

City of Akron to Host 43rd Annual National Night Out

Akron, Ohio, June 26, 2026  — On Tuesday, August 4, the City of Akron will host the 43rd annual National Night Out in every ward across the city. National Night Out (NNO) is an annual community-building campaign, sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch that promotes police-community relations and neighborhood unity. The goal of National Night Out is to strengthen participation in local programs that prevent and deter crime, in an effort to make neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Events, themes, and activities will vary by location, but most will have snacks, refreshments, music, and activities for kids. This is a free event and open for all kids and families to attend. View the event flyer here.  

See the list of locations and times below: 

  • Ward 1 – Church of Our Savior (471 Crosby St.): 5:30-7pm 
  • Ward 2 – Patterson Park Sports Complex (955 Patterson Ave.): 4:30-7:30pm 
  • Ward 3 - Summit Lake Community Center (380 W. Crosier St.): 4-7pm 
  • Ward 4 – Judge James R. Williams Lawton Street Community Center (1225 Lawton St.): 5-7pm 
  • Ward 5 – Joy Park Community Center (825 Fuller St.): 6-8pm 
  • Ward 6 – Ellet Community Center (2449 Wedgewood Dr.): 5-7pm 
  • Ward 7 – Firestone Park Community Center (1480 Girard St.): 6-7:30pm 
  • Ward 8 – Northwest Family Recreation Center (1730 Shatto Ave.): 5:30-7:30pm 
  • Ward 9 – Prentiss Park (2043 East Ave.): 6:30-8:30pm 
  • Ward 10 – Goodyear Blvd by Linda Theatre (1745 Goodyear Blvd.): 6:30-8:30pm 

“Public safety begins with strong relationships,” said Mayor Malik. “National Night Out is an opportunity for neighbors to connect, for families to spend time together, and for residents to build trust with the officers and first responders who serve their community every day. Those connections are what make neighborhoods stronger and help create a safer Akron for everyone.” 

The National Night Out campaign involves citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic/religious groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations, and local officials. In all, more than 38 million people are expected to participate in National Night Out in over 16,000 communities across all 50 states and beyond.  

For questions, residents can call 3-1-1.