Dysart Night Out had its biggest year yet Tuesday evening, August 18, as a record crowd gathered at Dysart City Park for the 3rd annual event. From bouncing and face painting to Touch-a-Truck and catching up with neighbors, Dysart City Park was the place to be.

Hosted by the Dysart Police Department and Dysart Chamber of Commerce, the free event brought families, first responders, local businesses, and organizations together for a fun summer night in the park.

Kids stayed busy with inflatables, balloon twisting, face painting, a dunk tank, and other activities, while families checked out emergency vehicles, tractors, and equipment. The evening also included music, free food, giveaways, and plenty of time to visit with friends and neighbors.

"This is one of those nights that just feels like Dysart," said Nicole Taylor, President of the Dysart Chamber of Commerce. "You see kids running around having fun, people stopping to visit, and so many different parts of our community coming together. That's what makes the night so special."

Officer Jeremy Stenda of the Dysart Police Department said the event is something he looks forward to each year.

"It's a fun night for us too," Stenda said. "We get to visit with people, see a lot of familiar faces, and spend time with the community in a different way. We appreciate everyone who came out."

Dysart Night Out was made possible through grant funding and the support of local businesses, organizations, community partners, and volunteers.

"We're incredibly thankful for everyone who helped make it happen," Taylor said. "It takes a lot of people working behind the scenes to offer an event like this completely free to our community."