National Night Out (NNO)

Background

In 2026, the City of Portland will host four free National Night Out events, one in each voting district. By consolidating City resources into these shared events, community members can engage with multiple public safety partners in a unified, accessible setting. All partnerships and participation are thoughtfully aligned to ensure the space remains welcoming, respectful, and rooted in the well-being of the community.

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with representatives from:

• Portland Police Bureau (PPB), including the Behavioral Health Unit (BHU)
• Portland Fire & Rescue (PF&R), including Community Health Assess and Treat (CHAT)
• Portland Bureau of Emergency Management (PBEM), including the Neighborhood Emergency Team (NET) and Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD) programs
• Portland Bureau of Emergency Communications (BOEC)
• Portland Ceasefire
• Portland Office of Violence Prevention (OVP), including the Safe Blocks Program and Rose City Self-Defense 
• Portland Street Response (PSR)
• Portland Solutions, including the Public Environment Management Office (PEMO)
• Portland Park Rangers
• Portland Bureau of Transportation - Vision Zero
• Multnomah County Department of Community Justice
• Multnomah County Sheriff's Office
• Multnomah County Health Department
• Multnomah County District Attorney's Office
• American Medical Response (AMR)
• Port of Portland
• Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) Police
• 311

National Night Out is about more than meeting first responders—it's about building relationships, increasing transparency, and strengthening connections between community members and Portland's public safety systems.

• District 4 – Director Park
  Friday, July 31, 2026 | 4:00–7:00 PM
  815 SW Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97205
• District 1 – Ed Benedict Park
  Tuesday, August 4, 2026 | 4:00–7:00 PM
  SE 100th Avenue & Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97266
• District 3 – Normandale Park
  Friday, August 7, 2026 | 4:00–7:00 PM
  NE 57th Avenue & Halsey Street, Portland, OR 97213
• District 2 – Lillis-Albina Park
  Friday, August 14, 2026 | 4:00–7:00 PM
  N Flint Avenue & Russell Street, Portland, OR 97227

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Party On, Portland! and National Night Out?

In 2022, Party On, Portland! was created to welcome block parties of all kinds, including traditional National Night Out parties. Whether community members want to celebrate local public safety programs, or want to have a pet costume party, cook out, neighborhood parade, etc., everyone is welcome to participate.

Why has National Night Out been separated from Party On, Portland!?

Due to budget, staffing, and overtime constraints, the City of Portland will be coordinating four free National Night Out events in each of the City's voting districts. By consolidating public safety programs into these four events, the City aims to streamline community participation and create more meaningful opportunities for residents to connect with multiple programs in one place.

Will federal officers be at National Night Out events?

National Night Out events are hosted by the City of Portland with the goal of bringing community members together with local (non-federal) public safety program staff.

How can my organization collaborate with the National Night Out events?

If your organization is interested in collaborating, please email the Safe Blocks Program at safeblocksprogram@portlandoregon.gov.