Hundreds of families flocked to Pioneer Park Tuesday evening to celebrate a National Night Out. The evening focuses on building positive relationships between first responders and the community while making parks more accessible to families. County residents as well as Grass Valley and Nevada City residents came together to celebrate. For some its a tradition.

Though there was free ice cream, hot dogs and shaved ice for kids and a classic rock band made up of law enforcement officers…and lots oof special equipment on display… almost all in attendance werre there for the big event…

The annual event takes place each August and rotates between Nevada City and Grass Valley.