By Sara Beth Williams–
Every year, on the first Tuesday in August, neighborhoods across the country come together for National Night Out.
In Citrus Heights this year, there are several registered National Night Out events planned throughout the city. All events take place on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026. Starting times vary.
Foundation Christian Church: CHASEN which represents Neighborhood Areas 7, 8 and 9, is hosting their annual National Night Out event at Foundation Christian Church on Tuesday evening, beginning at 6 p.m. Activities will include indoor and outdoor games and activities, a jump house for kids, and a performance from the Citrus Heights Community Marching Band.
There will also be food including cotton candy and snow cones provided, as well as visits from first responders. Foundation Christian Church is located at 7800 Wonder St.
Ascension Lutheran Church: Neighborhood Areas 2 and 6 are hosting a National Night Out event at Ascension Lutheran Church for its third year. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. and include games for all ages, face painting, music, along with free hot dogs and chips. Snow cones and slushies will also be available. The Citrus Heights Police Department will be visiting. Ascension Lutheran Church is located at 7607 Garden Gate Drive.
Sylvan Community Center: Sylvan Old Auburn Road neighborhood Area 10 (SOAR) is partnering with the American Legion Post 637 and the Daughters of the American Revolution for a National Night Out event to be held at Sylvan Community Center. The event will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. The community center is located at
Sunrise Pointe: Citrus Heights Police Activities Leage is partnering with Sunrise Pointe to hold a National Night out event at the apartment complex, with the goal of encouraging community and connection with law enforcement. The event will be from 5:45-8 p.m. Sunrise Pointe Apartments are located at 7424 Sunrise Blvd.
As listed on the city’s website, several other registered events will be held at the following locations:
Lakeview Village Mobile Home Park
6211 Summerset Ln.
6–8:00 p.m.
Brooktree Park Neighborhood Watch
Brooktree Park parking lot, 6800 Dunmore Ave.
5:30-8:00 p.m.
Woodmore Oaks Neighborhood Watch
7-Eleven, 6840 Woodmore Oaks Drive, Orangevale, CA
5:30–9:30 p.m.
Parkoaks Neighborhood (CH NW)
6031 Ridgeview Court
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Auburn Oaks Senior Housing
Auburn Oaks Senior Housing: 7501 Sunrise Blvd.
5:45- 7:00 p.m.
Watson Way
7544 Watson Way,
6-8 p.m.
National Night Out is an annual community-building event that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. According to Natw.org, National Night Out was introduced in August of 1984 through an already established network of law enforcement agencies, neighborhood watch groups, civic groups, state and regional crime prevention associations, and volunteers across the nation. The first annual National Night Out involved 2.5 million neighbors across 400 communities in 23 states.
