PORTLAND, OR (KPTV) -
A national event had people all over Portland and surrounding areas out meeting their neighbors Tuesday night.
It was the 29th annual National Night Out.
Different parks in Portland were filled with music, food, games, and the latest information on what's happening in the neighborhood.
Neighbors across the country use the event to celebrate community spirit while authorities work to promote partnerships with police.
According to the National Night Out website, 37,000,000 people took part in the event last year.
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