ANNAPOLIS, MD - Annapolis Police Department, Annapolis Fire Department, Annapolis Office of Emergency Management (OEM) with other local and state agencies, will celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The Annapolis locations are as follows:
- Annapolis Gardens, 250 Croll Drive (5 to 8 p.m.)
- Bay Ridge Gardens, 1 Bens Drive (5 to 8 p.m.)
- First Baptist Church w/ Clay Street Community, 31 W Washington Street (4-6 pm)
- Michael E. Busch Library, 1410 West Street (6 to 8 p. m)
- Woodside Gardens, 700 Newtowne Drive (5:30 to 8 p.m.)
National Night Out, established in 1984, is observed the first Tuesday in August in neighborhoods and communities across America. The purpose is to promote positive police and community partnerships to make all neighborhoods safer.
“National Night Out is a powerful opportunity for our officers to connect with residents in a positive, relaxed setting,” said Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson. “These events help us build trust, strengthen relationships, and work together to make Annapolis safer and more united.”
“Being part of National Night Out allows our firefighters and EMTs to engage directly with the community we serve every day,” said Annapolis Fire Department Chief Doug Remaley. “Whether we’re answering questions, showing kids the fire truck, or simply sharing a smile, it’s about building familiarity and trust long before an emergency ever happens.”
At each neighborhood National Night Out event, block parties, cookouts and community events are held with safety demonstrations, seminars, youth events, visits from public safety personnel, and resources that can help improve quality of life including child care, job training, Substance Use Disorder resources and materials will be available (from Naptown Anti-Dope Move(meant), or N.A.M.), reentry, and more.
"At its heart, National Night Out reinforces a fundamental truth of emergency management: preparedness starts with strong relationships,” explains Kevin Simmons, Director of the Annapolis Office of Emergency Management. “By connecting with each other now, we ensure we can respond effectively and support one another when it matters most."
In all, 38 million neighbors in 17,000 communities have participated in National Night Out events. The events are free and open to the public.
