Cotton Square Hosts Lufkin’s National Night Out On October 6

Tuesday, October 6 is National Night Out. Law enforcement agencies nationwide will participate in this annual community-building campaign. This is designed to strengthen partnerships between police and the towns they serve. It's expected that millions of residents will come together with law enforcement, first responders, and local leaders through block parties, festivals, gatherings, and other community events.

Lufkin's National Night Out Event

Local law enforcement is inviting area residents to attend Lufkin's National Night Out on October 6 in Downtown Lufkin at Cotton Square. The event will take place from 6 pm until 8 pm and will feature live music by the CrimeStoppers Band. There will be plenty of activities, including exploring a Police SWAT truck and a Lufkin Police Cruiser, checking out a fire engine and ambulance, and walking through the Lufkin Fire Department’s new inflatable house that teaches fire safety in the home.

Anyone attending this year's event may also end up with a new family member. Kurth Memorial Animal Shelter will have pets available for adoption. Also, Lufkin Dispatchers will be face painting, and Lufkin Parks and Recreation, Kurth Memorial Library, Family Crisis Center, Angelina College, Visit Lufkin, and many others will offer activities and games at their booths.

Food and Drink Will Also Be Available

There will be free drinks from Lufkin Coca-Cola, Brookshire Brothers, and Standpipe Coffee, and free photos in a photo booth hosted by Aspire Credit Union and Big Picture Events. Along with Lufkin Police, other possible attendees include representatives from the Angelina County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Parks and Wildlife, Texas Department of Public Safety, and Texas Department of Transportation.

The History of National Night Out

National Night Out was introduced in August 1984 through an established group of law enforcement agencies, neighborhood watch groups, civic groups, state and regional crime prevention associations, and volunteers.