04/28/2026
Q: What is Deaf Night Out (aka DNO)?
A: Our goal is to provide you with good times, good folks, and good cheer in good places. To do that we organize Deaf Night Out. DNO is a regular event for the Deaf & signing communities. Deaf adults, interpreters, signing students, and the merely curious are all welcome. We are a nationwide network of event hosts that work together to meet a common standard and provide a setting where we can all be welcomed.
Q: Can I set up DNO in my city/state?
A: If you are very interested in becoming a host/hostess, send an message. DNO will set up videophone meeting with you to assist you setting up an authorized and official DNO for your city/state and create a DNO account for you on the website to post your upcoming events.
Q: Does DNO need a committee(s) for my city/state?
A: Not really. You really only need one person to be host or hostess for a location. We prefer to have just one contact person. But you can certainly have gathers and community feedback. Feel free to use a team for bar/restaurant/venue suggestions and consideration for upcoming events. It should be simple.
Q: Do I have to pay reservation fee at restaurant/bar/club to host for DNO events?
A: No. DO NOT pay for a reservation fee. DNO events bring in money for the venue by way of food and drink sales. Venues should not ask for any type of fee. We bring them extra business! Whoever comes in, that’s that! If you pay a reservation such as private party, VIP access section – it will be on YOUR own expense. DNO will NOT be responsible for it.
Q: Are DNO events family friendly?
A: Yes, DNO encourages all host/hostess to set up an event at a venue that benefits the local community. Consider venues such as restaurant/bar/club in one. This helps increase diversity and allows for people of all ages, including singles and family, as well as people of varying cultures. However, keep in mind – DNO events typically start at 5:00 PM. Children are usually expected to leave by 10:00 PM. This is a local matter, though, which depends on your local community’s preferences.
Q: Is Deaf Night Out only for Deaf people or can hearing people attend?
A: Deaf Night Out is a community event that welcomes all Deaf patrons. We do encourage inclusiveness. DNO welcomes anyone connected to the signing community; Hearing/Parents of Deaf, friends, friends of friends, friend’s family, etc. Children/Kids of Deaf Adults (CODAs and KODAs), Interpreters, new signers, Interpreter Training Program (ITP) students, partners and significant others who are non-signers… are all welcome!
