Duluth, Minnesota Police Release New Community Summer Events Schedule

Throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the United States, the best police departments make it a point to host community events because they are beneficial in many ways.

Experts say it's important for police departments to host community events because it fosters positive relationships and builds trust between law enforcement and the public, leading to increased community safety and cooperation.

Furthermore, because these events provide opportunities for residents to interact with officers in non-enforcement settings, it helps break down negative perceptions and stereotypes that can sometimes develop within a community.

The Duluth Police Department recognizes the importance of interacting with the community, and they have several fun events scheduled this summer.

Duluth Police Department Announces A Series Of Summer Events

The Duluth Police Department remains dedicated to meeting members of the community in their neighborhoods, and they invite everyone in the Duluth area to attend any or all of the 2025 summer events below:

• National Night Out - Tuesday, August 5, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at participating neighborhood block parties. National Night Out helps establish relationships between officers and the community. If you’d like to host a neighborhood block party, you can click here to register.
• Kids, Cops, and Cars - Wednesday, August 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bayfront Festival Park. This event showcases multiple law enforcement and first responder vehicles. It’s also an opportunity for the public to interact with officers and first responders.

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• Operation K9 - Thursday, August 14, from 4:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Wessman Arena, located at 2701 Catlin Avenue in Superior. This is the 11th annual Operation K-9 event! It’s an opportunity for the public to meet K9s from surrounding law enforcement agencies while enjoying family-friendly activities and K9 demonstrations.
• Northern Lights Foundation Charity Softball Game - Thursday, August 21 at 5 p.m. at Wade Stadium, located at 101 N 35th Ave W. This is the 16th annual Northern Lights Foundation charity softball game between the Duluth Police Department and the Duluth Fire Department. You can click here to purchase tickets.

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