National Night Out 2026 Events Around Kane County
Celebrate National Night Out by meeting your local police officers, firefighters, first responders, and neighbors during these free community events across Kane County.
Tuesday, Aug. 4
Kane County Sheriff's Office
6 – 8:30 p.m.
37W755 Route 38, St. Charles
Meet Sheriff's deputies and first responders while exploring emergency vehicles, drones, bounce houses, community booths, and free food (while supplies last).
Algonquin
6 – 8 p.m.
Historic Village Hall, 2 S. Main St.
Meet police, fire, and public works personnel while enjoying K-9 demonstrations, safety displays, music, giveaways, and family activities.
Aurora
Neighborhood celebrations will be held throughout all 10 wards across the city. Meet public safety personnel, city staff, elected officials, and community organizations while connecting with neighbors.
Batavia
5 – 8 p.m.
Peg Bond Center, 151 N. Island Ave.
Meet Batavia police officers, explore squad cars and equipment, and enjoy children's activities.
Campton Hills
5 – 8 p.m.
Congregational Church, 40W451 Fox Mill Blvd.
Features an inflatable obstacle course, magician, face painting, food, music, vendors, and a helicopter display.
Carpentersville, East Dundee, West Dundee & Sleepy Hollow
5 – 8 p.m.
Carpenter Park, 275 Maple Ave., Carpentersville
A regional celebration featuring police and first responders from several communities with demonstrations, exhibits, and family activities.
Elburn
5 – 8 p.m.
Lions Park 500 Filmore St. Enjoy free hot dogs, ice cream, music and bounce houses while hanging out with members of the Elburn Police and Fire department.
Elgin
6 – 8 p.m.
Neighborhood block parties throughout the city. Police officers, firefighters, city officials, and mascots will visit participating neighborhoods to strengthen community partnerships and promote safer neighborhoods.
Geneva
5 – 8 p.m.
Geneva Middle School South, 1415 Viking Drive
Enjoy Touch-a-Truck, squad car hand painting, Tommy the Comfort Dog, drone demonstrations, music, food, giveaways, and community organizations.
Hampshire – Community Night Out
5:30 – 8:45 p.m.
Ream Park
Enjoy food trucks, Touch-a-Truck, water slides, a splash pad, K-9 demonstrations, military displays, free Dilly Bars, and an outdoor showing of Zootopia 2 at dusk.
Maple Park
5:30 – 8 p.m.
Civic Center/Ball Fields
Meet police officers and explore police, fire, and public works vehicles while visiting local businesses and community organizations.
Montgomery
6 – 8 p.m.
Various neighborhood locations
The Montgomery Police Department will host free neighborhood celebrations throughout the village.
North Aurora
5 – 9 p.m.
Neighborhoods throughout the village
Police officers will visit neighborhood gatherings as residents are encouraged to spend the evening outside with neighbors to promote community connections and crime prevention.
Pingree Grove
5 – 8 p.m.
Pingree Grove Police Department, One Police Plaza
Meet local first responders, community organizations, and neighbors while enjoying food, family activities, and community exhibits.
South Elgin
6 – 9 p.m.
Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St.
Celebrate the 41st anniversary of National Night Out with police officers, community partners, and neighbors during an evening of family fun, activities, and entertainment.
Friday, Aug. 7
Gilberts – Friday Night Out
The Gilberts Police Department's inaugural Friday Night Out will feature food, giveaways, family activities, and bicycle, e-bike, and e-scooter safety education.
