Host a “Parents’ Night Out” Event: Empower Your Community to Prevent Underage Drinking and Substance Use

Talking to kids about underage drinking and substance use isn’t always easy, but having the right tools and support can make a difference. That’s why the “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign has launched “Parents’ Night Out”, an interactive educational program designed to help parents and caregivers navigate these critical conversations.

What Is “Parents’ Night Out”?

“Parents’ Night Out” is a community-focused initiative that provides parents and caregivers with facilitator-led, interactive sessions—available for both virtual and in-person settings. These sessions aim to:

✅ Inform parents about the risks and realities of underage drinking and substance use.
✅ Prepare them with conversation strategies to talk with their children effectively.
✅ Motivate them to take action and engage in ongoing discussions with their kids.

How Does It Work?

SAMHSA has created comprehensive toolkits to help communities host their own “Parents’ Night Out” events. These toolkits include everything needed to plan, prepare, and facilitate an event, whether it’s a single one-hour session or a three-part series.

Each toolkit contains:

• A facilitator’s guide with step-by-step instructions
• Participant materials to engage parents and caregivers
• Presentation slides to support key discussion points
• Marketing materials to promote the event within the community

How to Host a “Parents’ Night Out” Event

If you’re an educator, community leader, or parent advocate, you can bring “Parents’ Night Out” to your local community by downloading the free toolkits and organizing a session.

📥 Access the “Parents’ Night Out” Toolkits Here: Download Now

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Already Hosted an Event? Share Your Experience!

If you’ve already facilitated a “Parents’ Night Out” event, SAMHSA wants to hear from you! Your feedback helps improve the program and measure its impact nationwide.

📢 Submit Your Post-Event Feedback Here: Complete the Form

Start the Conversation, Make a Difference

Preventing underage drinking and substance use starts with open, informed discussions at home and in the community. “Parents’ Night Out” provides the tools and resources needed to educate, empower, and engage parents in these vital conversations.

Have questions? Reach out to TTHYParentsNightOut@seiservices.com for more information.

Let’s work together to create a safer, healthier future for our children—one conversation at a time!