6th Annual Hero Fest (First Responder Appreciation Day)

Name: 6th Annual Hero Fest (First Responder Appreciation Day)
Start: 2025-05-04T11:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-05-04T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Brevard Veterans Memorial Center

Schedule

Sun May 04 2025 at 11:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Brevard Veterans Memorial Center | Merritt Island, FL

🚒🚓🚑 6th Annual First Responder Appreciation Day – Hero Fest 🎉
The community is invited to come together and celebrate our local heroes at the 6th Annual First Responder Appreciation Day – Hero Fest! 🎊 This beloved event honors the dedication and service of our first responders while giving families an opportunity to learn more about the lifesaving work they do every day.
📅 Date: May 4, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island
Hero Fest is a family-friendly event designed to bring the community and first responders closer together. Attendees will have the chance to meet local first responders, watch exciting demonstrations, and explore a variety of interactive exhibits. 🚔👨‍🚒🚑
⭐ Event Highlights Include:
🐕 K-9 Demonstrations – See these incredible working dogs in action.
🚗 Jaws of Life Demonstration – Watch the fire department perform a live rescue demonstration.
👮‍♂️ Meet Sheriff Ivey – Get to know our local sheriff and his team.
🚒 Static Displays – Check out emergency response vehicles, including fire trucks and a Coast Guard boat.
🌊 BCSO Dive Team – Learn about underwater investigations and evidence recovery.
🦎 Petting Zoo & Safari Todd’s Reptiles – A fun and educational experience for kids and adults alike.
🎪 Le Troupe from Cirque Athletics – Be amazed by aerialists showcasing breathtaking acrobatics!
🎭 Carnival Games & Face Painting – Fun activities for children and adults of all ages.
🏪 Local Business Sponsors – Meet the businesses that help make this event possible.
🍗 BBQ & Food Available – Enjoy delicious food while supporting a great cause. (Donations for lunch appreciated)
✨ And so much more!!!
🔥 First responders and their families – this day is for YOU! Enjoy a free day of food, entertainment, and fun as the community comes together to show just how much you are appreciated. 💙
This event is a fantastic opportunity to show appreciation for the brave men and women who serve and protect our community. Whether you’re watching a demonstration, meeting a first responder, or just enjoying the festivities, Hero Fest is an event for the whole family. ❤️
Come out, show your support, and help strengthen the bond between first responders and the community they serve! 💙👨‍🚒👮‍♀️ Admission is FREE!
📧 For more information, please contact Sherri at 📩 [email protected] or 📞 321-960-2033.