National Night Out Returns With Free Ice Cream, Drone Demos, More In Glen Ellyn

GLEN ELLYN, IL — Live music, drone demos, a touch-a-truck experience and more will bring community members and police officers together for National Night Out 2026 in Glen Ellyn. The family-oriented event, one of thousands to be held nationwide, is set for Aug. 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Lake Ellyn Park.

Visitors can see police cars and emergency vehicles firsthand and learn about police work from live demos conducted by officers and evidence technicians.

Kids can play on inflatable slides and get their faces painted. A children's entertainer will perform a live show.

Food will be available for purchase and there will be free ice cream while supplies last.

National Night Out got its start in 1984 as an initiative to build relationships between community members and local police departments. Now, events are held throughout the U.S. during the first Tuesday in August each year.

What: National Night Out Glen Ellyn 2026

When: Aug. 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Where: Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Rd., Glen Ellyn