Decatur County National Night Out

08/05/2026

Thank you for being part of our national night out this year.

08/04/2026

🚔🎉 TODAY’S THE DAY! Join Us for the 4th Annual Decatur County National Night Out! 🎉🚔

We’re excited to welcome an incredible lineup of public safety agencies, community organizations, businesses, and volunteers to Leon Town Square TODAY from 4:00–7:00 PM!

Come meet your local first responders, explore emergency vehicles, enjoy family-friendly activities, and visit with over 35 vendors serving Decatur County and the surrounding area!

⭐ Participating Vendors Include:
• Southern Iowa Towing & Recovery
• Decatur County Sheriff’s Office
• Lamoni Police Department
• Iowa State Patrol
• Decatur County Conservation Board
• Iowa DNR Conservation Officer
• Leon Fire Department
• Grand River Fire Department
• Garden Grove Fire Department
• Kellerton Fire Department
• Osceola Fire Department
• Decatur County Public Health
• Leon Public Library
• Decatur County Hospital
• Decatur County EMS
• CRISIS Intervention & Recovery Center
• Rainbow Restoration
• Decatur County Soil & Water Conservation District
• Willow Hope Center & Cait’s Voice Foundation
• Snow Zone
• Office of the Attorney General of Iowa – Victim Assistance Section
• Iowa Primary Care Association
• Infinity Health
• Graceland University
• Agrivision Equipment
• MercyOne Air Med
• MATURA Action Corporation
• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Su***de Prevention
• Southern Iowa Resources for Families
• Central Decatur Cheer Squad
• South Central Iowa Community Action Program (SCICAP)
• U.S. Air Force
• Leon Lions Club
• Iowa Army National Guard
• Iowa Firefighters Association
• American Red Cross
• Clark County Animal Shelter

🍔 FREE hamburgers & hot dogs (while supplies last) courtesy of Decatur County Hospital

🚁 Check out emergency vehicles, visit the MercyOne Air Med helicopter, meet firefighters, law enforcement officers, conservation officers, EMS personnel, military recruiters, and so much more!

This event is all about building stronger relationships between our community and the people who serve it every day.

📍 Leon Town Square
🗓️ Today
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Bring the whole family—we can’t wait to see you there!

08/04/2026

🚒🔥 ALL OF DECATUR COUNTY’S FIRE DEPARTMENTS… IN ONE PLACE! 🔥🚒

The 4th Annual Decatur County National Night Out is bringing together every local fire department in Decatur County for one incredible evening of community, fun, and public safety!

📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Leon Town Square

🚒 Meet the firefighters from:
🔥 Leon Fire Department
🔥 Grand River Fire Department
🔥 Garden Grove Fire Department
🔥 Kellerton Volunteer Fire Department

⭐ Special Guest: Osceola Fire Department will also be joining us with their impressive ladder truck, proudly displaying the American Flag over the event!

Come visit with your local firefighters, check out the fire apparatus, learn about fire safety, and discover what it takes to become a volunteer firefighter.

💬 Thinking about serving your community? Every fire department in Decatur County is looking for dedicated volunteers. Stop by, ask questions, and find out how you can make a difference!

🍔 FREE Hamburgers & Hot Dogs (provided by Decatur County Hospital)
🚁 MercyOne Air Med Helicopter
🏰 Bounce Houses
🫧 Foam Cannon
🚓 Law Enforcement Displays
🚜 Agrivision Equipment
💦 Dunk Tank featuring local elected officials
🍉 Free Fresh Watermelon
🎪 40+ Vendors & Activities

Bring the entire family and help us celebrate the first responders and organizations that make Decatur County a great place to live.

One Night. One Community. Together, We Are Stronger! 🇺🇸🚒

08/04/2026

08/03/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE – Decatur County National Night Out 🚧

To help ensure a safe and enjoyable event for everyone attending the 4th Annual Decatur County National Night Out, the streets surrounding the City of Leon, Iowa Town Square will be closed to through traffic.

🗓 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
⏰ Road Closures: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎉 Event Hours: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Closed Streets:
🚧 NE 3rd Street (between N Main St. and NE Idaho St.)
🚧 NE 2nd Street (between N Main St. and NE Idaho St.)
🚧 N Main Street (between NE 3rd St. and NE 2nd St.)
🚧 NE Idaho Street (between NE 3rd St. and NE 2nd St.)

Please use the posted detour routes and allow yourself a few extra minutes if you’re traveling through downtown Leon.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as we host this free community event filled with food, family fun, emergency vehicle displays, activities for kids, community organizations, and much more!

Thank you for helping us make the 4th Annual Decatur County National Night Out a safe and successful event. We look forward to seeing you Tuesday evening!

08/03/2026

08/02/2026

🚔 The Iowa State Patrol is coming to Decatur County National Night Out! 🚔

We’re excited to welcome the Iowa State Patrol to the 4th Annual Decatur County National Night Out!

📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Leon Town Square

Stop by and:
🚓 Check out Iowa State Patrol patrol vehicles and equipment
👮 Meet and visit with Iowa State Troopers
❓ Ask questions about traffic safety and law enforcement
🛣️ Learn about careers with the Iowa State Patrol and how they keep Iowa’s roads safe every day

This is a great opportunity for kids and adults alike to meet the men and women who proudly serve our state.

While you’re there, enjoy:
🌭 FREE food
🏰 Bounce houses
🚒 Emergency vehicles
🎁 Giveaways
🎯 Family activities
…and so much more!

Bring the whole family and join us as we strengthen the partnership between law enforcement and our community.

Stronger Together. Safer Together. 🇺🇸

08/02/2026

🍉🚒 Fresh Watermelon, Firefighters, and a Chance to Serve Your Community! 🚒🍉

We’re excited to welcome Tim Hatfield, representing the Iowa Firefighters Association, to the 4th Annual Decatur County National Night Out!

📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Leon Town Square

Stop by Tim’s booth to:
🍉 Enjoy FREE freshly cut watermelon (while supplies last!)
🔥 Learn about the Iowa Firefighters Association and the important work they do to support firefighters across Iowa.
❓ Ask questions about the fire service and firefighting.
🚒 Interested in becoming a firefighter? Tim can help connect you with the right people at any of the Decatur County Fire Departments to learn how you can get involved.

Our local volunteer fire departments are always looking for dedicated community members who want to make a difference. Whether you’re curious about serving or just want to learn more, this is a great opportunity to stop by and visit!

Come enjoy some watermelon, meet Tim, and see how you can help protect your community.

We can’t wait to see you at Decatur County’s 4th Annual National Night Out!

🍉🚒

07/31/2026

💦 DUNK TANK IS BACK! 💦

Have you ever felt like you should be able to dunk an elected official? 😄 Well… here’s your chance!

Join us at the 4th Annual Decatur County National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, from 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on the Leon Town Square for one of our most popular attractions—the Dunk Tank!

🎯 This Year’s Dunk Tank Lineup:
💦 4:00–5:00 PM – Decatur County Supervisor Steve Fulkerson
💦 5:00–6:00 PM – Decatur County Attorney Allen Wilson
💦 6:00–7:00 PM – Tanner Bettin

Take your best shot, have a laugh, and enjoy some friendly community fun while supporting an evening dedicated to bringing neighbors and first responders together.

There will be FREE food, bounce houses, emergency vehicles, vendors, live demonstrations, and activities for the entire family!

📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Leon Town Square

Bring your friends, bring your family, and don’t miss your chance to make a BIG SPLASH at Decatur County’s biggest community event of the year! 🌊🎯