Mayor Scott Urges Community Groups to Register for National Night Out Events

BALTIMORE, MD (Monday, June 29, 2026) - Mayor Brandon M. Scott is calling on community organizations throughout Baltimore to register their events for the annual National Night Out (NNO) festivities.

Established in 1984, National Night Out is a nationwide initiative aimed at fostering community connections and strengthening relationships between residents and law enforcement. Each year, numerous local associations in Baltimore host events that promote public safety and encourage positive interactions between the community and police.

This year's National Night Out is set for Tuesday, August 4, 2026. In the previous year, over 60 events took place across the city as part of the celebration.

“I am excited for yet another successful National Night Out here in Baltimore,” stated Mayor Scott. “Real public safety is built when we come together as a community to strengthen the partnerships between residents, government, and law enforcement that have helped us bring violent crime to historic lows across our city.”

Baltimore Police Department Commissioner Richard Worley emphasized the importance of the event, saying, “National Night Out is an opportunity for communities in Baltimore and across the country to come together with law enforcement and government to build relationships that help make our city safer. We look forward to strengthening our relationships with the communities we serve on National Night Out and every other day of the year.”

Neighborhood associations are encouraged to register their events by completing the designated form online by 11:59 pm on Wednesday, July 15, 2025. A list of registered events will be available on the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement's website once submissions are verified. Organizers are also advised to check with the Department of Transportation for events on public property and the Department of Housing and Community Development for private property permits. Notably, permit fees will be waived for all National Night Out events, and limited city equipment will be available at reduced costs on a first-come, first-served basis.

For further inquiries, community members can reach out via email at [email protected].

Reported by HarborBeat based on EIN Presswire (source).