ELKHART, Ind. -- On Tuesday, Aug. 5, the Elkhart Police Department will be taking part in this year's National Night Out. Elkhart's Night Out Event will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Central Green in downtown Elkhart.

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that hopes to promote partnerships between the police and their local communities to make the neighborhood safer and more caring.

This event will feature free food, inflatables, and a K9 demonstration. Several local non-profits and community organizations will also attend the event, offering information about their services.