Neighborhood Block Parties
Neighborhood Block Parties
Neighborhood Block Parties are a great way to get to know your neighbors, build relationships, promote neighborhood safety, create a sense of community and… have fun! To help neighborhoods get together, we've created tips to make it easy for you to get started hosting your event!
- Block Party Checklist (PDF)
- Policies (PDF)
- Register a Party and/or Request Supplies
We have block party equipment available to check out:
- Portable sound system (for announcements)
- Traffic safety cones (to block end of street or cul-de-sac)
- Pop up shade canopies
- Ice chests
- Ice/toy/game tubs
- Coffee makers/hot water dispensers
- Water coolers/cold beverage dispensers
Helpful tips:
- Please submit your request for equipment at least two weeks prior to the event by submitting a completed block party application
- Organizer must arrange for pick up and return
- Normal equipment checkout is from Friday to the following Monday (please ask for prior approval for alternate arrangements)
- Equipment checkout is subject to availability
- Proper ID (Driver's license, State ID, U.S. Government ID, US passport) is required for equipment checkout. Responsible party must 21 or older.
- Registered organizers may be held responsible for loss or damage to city equipment
We have party ideas upon request!
- Party ideas and suggestions (PDF)
- Themes
- Activities
- "Ice Breakers"
- Games
We can help with visitors/guests for your block party!
(Subject to availability and must be made 30 days in advance)- Police Staff
- Elected Officials
- Fire Staff
- Libraries
- Parks and Recreation
- Solid Waste/Recycling
Contact Information
Bruce Wall
Program Coordinator
P: 480-312-7898
bwall@ScottsdaleAZ.gov
G.A.I.N.
G.A.I.N. or Getting
Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods is an annual event designed to unite neighbors and communities to help create safer neighborhoods. Formerly known as
National Night Out, G.A.I.N. encourages residents to get together in their respective communities to promote safety, neighborhood communication and celebrate the
successes of crime prevention through community involvement.
Start planning your block parties! The city of Scottsdale will be celebrating G.A.I.N. night on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019.