National Night Out in Des Moines 2025
National Night Out in Des Moines happens every year on the first Tuesday evening in August. This annual event is a time when communities come together with local law enforcement to create partnerships, children can learn, and much more. Mark your calendars for August 5th this year.
Note: We will update this post frequently as more communities announce their National Night Out plans. Please keep an eye on our event calendar for updates too.
Altoona National Night Out
Tuesday, August 5; 6 to 8 p.m.
Sam Wise Youth Complex
Bring your family, bring a friend, invite a neighbor, and be part of the biggest event of the year! There will be community businesses and partners with FREE food and swag! There will be music, games, prizes, food, K9 Demonstration, FD vs. PD competitions, conversations, building connections, plenty of selfies, and MORE!
National Night Out
Tuesday, August 5 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. – Sensory Friendly 5 to 5:30 p.m. (No lights or sirens)
5995 NE 14TH ST
Polk County Sheriff’s Office is hosting its 3rd Annual National Night Out. This nationwide event is the annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.
National Night Out Celebration
Tuesday, August 5 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Roosevelt Front Lawn
This year, the Drake Neighborhood will be teaming up with Waveland Park DSM and Waterbury Neighborhood Association on the Roosevelt Front Lawn for a fun family-friendly night of inflatables, free food, fun activities, and community resources for all to enjoy.
Urbandale
Tuesday, August 5; 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Urbandale Police Department
Join the Urbandale Police Department on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025, from 5:00–7:30 PM for a night of fun, connection, and community at our Police Department (3740 86th Street)! This FREE family-friendly event is all about bringing neighbors together to build a stronger, safer Urbandale through community partnerships.
Highland Park /Oak Park will have National Night Out at McHenry Park (8th & Oak Park Ave.)