National Night Out
The Hendersonville Police Department is excited to announce the return of National Night Out, with a special theme for 2024: Brighten the Night. Join us on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, from 3:30 to 6:30 PM at the Crosswalk Student Center, located at 577 Buncombe Street, for an evening of fun for the entire family.
Event parking will be at First United Methodist Church, located at 204 6th Avenue West, directly across the street from the event. Please enter the event from 6th or 7th Avenue West.
“Building trust in the community is a high priority for us,” states Police Chief Blair Myhand. “National Night Out offers a fantastic opportunity for everyone to come together in a fun, relaxed atmosphere, fostering trust and building relationships that make Hendersonville a brighter, safer place.”
Free Food and Fun for All Ages
Community members will see and interact with a variety of emergency equipment displays from the Hendersonville Police and Fire Departments, in combination with trucks from Hendersonville Public Works and Water & Sewer. Additional agencies serving Hendersonville and Henderson County will be there as well offering kids the opportunity to check out law enforcement and rescue vehicles and equipment.
Enjoy free hot dogs and Pelican’s SnoBalls, along with exciting activities like donut decorating, an Officer dunk tank, inflatable axe throwing, a bounce house, inflatable obstable course and slide, door breaching simulation, face painting, a glitter bar, and more! Don’t miss the chance to win prizes, and be sure to visit the Ellaberry Farm Llamas, back by popular demand!
Strengthen Police-Community Partnerships
National Night Out is a national initiative that fosters and strengthens police-community partnerships. It encourages open dialogue, trust, and a sense of unity among residents and the officers that serve them.
For more event information please visit https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/NNO.
Questions about the event may be directed to Officer Brandon Haman at bhaman@hvlnc.gov
