Sisters Amanda (left), and Haley Charnley react to being in an Abbot-Downing coach at the beginning of the National Night Out on Tuesday night. GEOFF FORESTER / For the Monitor Credit: GEOFF FORESTER / For the Monit

Concord hosted its annual National Night Out at Rollins Park on Tuesday, drawing together families, first responders and community organizations for an evening of partnership and fun.

National Night Out, now in its 42nd year, is a nationwide initiative held annually to build stronger ties between police and fire departments and the people they serve.

Other community organizations also attend, like the folks from the Abbot-Downing Historical Society who brought historic Concord stagecoaches for display.

The family-friendly event featured live music, displays of emergency equipment, K-9 demonstrations, a touch-a-truck experience and more.

Local businesses and community organizations set up booths to make people aware of the services and resources they offer.

Cindy Heisler calms her two horses, Doc (left) and Sonny Boy before they go out for rides at the National Night Out in Rollins Park on Tuesday evening. GEOFF FORESTER / For the Monitor Credit: GEOFF FORESTER / For the Monit