Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023
America's night out against crime
Celebrated in Gresham and in thousands of communities around the U.S. National Night Out helps make communities safer by:
- Strengthening neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships.
- Sending a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
- Raising crime and drug prevention awareness.
- Supporting local anti-crime programs.
Gresham Night Out
Bring your family and invite your neighbors to celebrate Gresham's Night Out (National Night Out) in Downtown Rockwood's living room at the newly opened community plaza. The City's Fire and Police departments will be on hand to show off some of their equipment and supply free ice cream floats for attendees. Meet and play games with your elected officials at this family-friendly event hosted by the City and your local first responders.
How Gresham celebrates National Night Out
- Block parties
- Cookouts
- Visits from Police and Fire
- Parades and exhibits
- Flashlight walks
- Contests
- Youth programs
- Traditional display of outdoor lights and front porch vigils
Register your event
Organize a National Night Out event in your Gresham neighborhood, or plan to attend one for fun.
Contact Michael Gonzales to find out if there's an event already planned in your neighborhood or to register your event: 503-618-2482 or
Michael.Gonzales@GreshamOregon.gov.