National Night Out Returns to Allaire State Park on Aug. 11 With Family Fun, Demonstrations & Giveaways

MONMOUTH COUNTY — Families across New Jersey are invited to celebrate community, safety, and the state’s natural resources during National Night Out at Allaire State Park on Tuesday, Aug. 11, hosted by New Jersey State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites.

The free event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and brings together multiple New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) partners for an evening of hands‑on activities, demonstrations, and outdoor fun.

Participating agencies include:

• New Jersey State Park Police
• New Jersey State Parks
• New Jersey Forest Fire Service
• Fish & Wildlife
• Conservation Police
• Watershed & Land Management
• Additional DEP partners

Families can enjoy a packed lineup of activities, including:

• K‑9 demonstrations
• Emergency vehicles & equipment displays
• Games and kids activities
• Giveaways and more

The event highlights the work of DEP teams who protect New Jersey’s forests, wildlife, waterways, and historic sites — offering residents a chance to meet the people behind the mission.

Vendors Wanted

The New Jersey State Park Police is seeking local organizations, performers, and community groups interested in donating their time to support kids activities, outdoor demonstrations, live music, crafts, food donations, and games.

Those interested in participating can contact: 📧 justine.parisi@dep.nj.gov

About National Night Out

National Night Out — also known as America’s Night Out Against Crime — began in 1984 as a nationwide initiative to strengthen relationships between communities and law enforcement. The New Jersey State Park Police has proudly hosted the DEP’s National Night Out event for the past three years, continuing its commitment to community engagement and public safety.

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Community‑Focused

• Allaire State Park Invites Families to National Night Out Celebration
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• Celebrate Safety & Community at National Night Out in Monmouth County

Helpful Links for Readers

• NJ State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites: https://www.nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/ (nj.gov in Bing)
• Allaire State Park Info: https://www.nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/parks/allaire.html (nj.gov in Bing)
• National Night Out (Official): https://natw.org/
• NJ Forest Fire Service: https://www.nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/fire/ (nj.gov in Bing)
• NJ Fish & Wildlife: https://www.nj.gov/dep/fgw/