Waunakee National Night Out

The Waunakee Police Department hosts National Night Out every summer. The festivities are held at Village Park on Main Street. National Night Out celebrations take place in over 10,000 communities from all 50 states. National Night out is designed to: (1) Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; (2) Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts;(3) Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and (4) Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are united with the police in their efforts to make Waunakee a safe community to live. At the event there are activities for kids, prizes, free brats and hot dogs, and numerous displays by various law enforcement agencies. Members of the community are encouraged to sign up to win one of the many prizes to be given away at Village Park during National Night Out.