Oak Creek Police Recognized for National Night Out Event

Oak Creek's annual community-building celebration receives national honor.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 4:15pm

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The Oak Creek Police Department's National Night Out event has been recognized by the National Association of Town Watch as one of the best in the country, reflecting the strong community spirit in Oak Creek. The police department celebrated the national recognition on their Facebook page, thanking the community for their continued support and involvement that makes the event so special.

Why it matters

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer. Oak Creek's recognition shows their event is a model for how police can effectively engage with and strengthen their local community.

The details

Oak Creek's National Night Out event has been praised by the National Association of Town Watch for its ability to bring the community together. The police department credits the event's success to the strong participation and involvement of Oak Creek residents, which is the "heart" of what makes National Night Out so special in their city.

  • Oak Creek's National Night Out event is held annually.
  • The 2026 National Night Out is scheduled for August 4, 2026.

The players

Oak Creek Police Department

The local police department that organizes the annual National Night Out event in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.

National Association of Town Watch

The organization that recognized Oak Creek's National Night Out event as one of the best in the country.

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What they’re saying

“Thank you to the Oak Creek community for your continued support and involvement, which is what makes this event uniquely Oak Creek. Your participation is the heart of what makes National Night Out so special.”

— Oak Creek Police Department

What’s next

Planning for the 2026 National Night Out event in Oak Creek is already underway, and the police department promises to share exciting details about the upcoming activities on their website and Facebook page.

The takeaway

Oak Creek's National Night Out event demonstrates how strong community engagement and police-resident partnerships can create a model community-building program that brings a city together and is recognized nationally for its success.