Events

2025 Events endorsed by the TXOFF

Upcoming Firefighter Events in North Texas:

• FIRE CAMP 2025 - Watauga Fire Department:
  
  

  • Date: June 2 - June 6, 2025

  • Location: 5909 Hightower Dr, Watauga, TX 76148 (North Richland Hills area)

  • Details: A hands-on fire safety and firefighter adventure camp for incoming 6th to 8th graders. Participants will learn fire safety and emergency skills, try on gear, and train alongside firefighters. Registration is required and spots are limited.

  • More Information: Check the Watauga Fire Department or AllEvents website.

• Safety Saturdays - Frisco Fire Safety Town:
  
  

  • Date: June 7, 2025

  • Time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Location: Frisco Fire Safety Town, 8601 Gary Burns Drive, Frisco, TX 75034

  • Details: An open house-style event where families can explore the educational facility, see a fire engine, visit the safety house, practice pedestrian safety, and enjoy jeep and bike rides (for children meeting height requirements). No advance registration is required.

  • More Information: Frisco Fire Safety Town website.

• Regional Meeting - Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP):
  
  

  • Date: June 11, 2025

  • Time: 9:00 AM

  • Location: Bee Cave City Hall, Community Room, 4000 Galleria Pkwy, Bee Cave, TX

  • Details: This is a regional meeting hosted by the TCFP. While Bee Cave is slightly outside of the immediate "North Texas" area, it might be relevant for some depending on their location. CE credit may be awarded for attendance with advance registration (QR code will be posted closer to the event).

  • More Information: Texas Commission on Fire Protection website.

• Regional Meeting - Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP):
  
  

  • Date: June 17, 2025

  • Time: 10:00 AM

  • Location: 505 W Felix St., Fort Worth, TX 76115

  • Details: A TCFP regional meeting held in Fort Worth. CE credit may be awarded for attendance with advance registration (QR code will be posted closer to the event).

  • More Information: Texas Commission on Fire Protection website.

• Regional Meeting - Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP):
  
  

  • Date: June 18, 2025

  • Time: 10:00 AM

  • Location: 8601 Gary Burns Drive, Frisco, TX 75034

  • Details: A TCFP regional meeting held in Frisco. CE credit may be awarded for attendance with advance registration (QR code will be posted closer to the event).

  • More Information: Texas Commission on Fire Protection website.

• SFFMA 2025 Conference:
  
  

  • Date: June 19-22, 2025

  • Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Frisco Hotel & Convention Center, 7600 John Q. Hammons Drive, Frisco, TX 75034

  • Details: The annual conference of the State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas (SFFMA). It includes training sessions, an expo, contests (Pumper Races, Firefighter Gauntlet, Driving Contest, Poster Contest, Photo Contest), awards, and a memorial service. Registration is required.

  • More Information: SFFMA website.

• The Fire Inside Conference (GPFD/City of Grand Prairie Hosting):
  
  

  • Date: June 23-25, 2025

  • Location: Grand Prairie, TX (Specific location details likely on the registration link)

  • Details: A conference focused on the well-being and resilience of firefighters. Registration is required via the provided link.

  • More Information: https://aircoalition.org/events/the-fire-inside/

• TSAFF Secretary-Treasurer Workshop:
  
  

  • Date: June 3-4, 2025

  • Location: Garland L1293 Hall, 1214 W. Avenue A, Garland, TX 75040

  • Details: A workshop hosted by the Texas State Association of Fire Fighters (TSAFF). All members are welcome to attend.

  • More Information: TSAFF website.

• McKinney Fire Department Career Academy:
  
  

  • Dates: Academy 1: June 2 - 6, 2025; Academy 2: June 9 - 13, 2025

  • Location: Wysong Central Fire Station, 301 N. McDonald St., McKinney, TX

  • Details: An immersive training experience for individuals interested in learning about the fire service. It includes structured training sessions and hands-on learning in fire, rescue, medical, and emergency operations. Application may be required.

  • More Information: McKinney Fire Department website.

Other Potential Events to Watch For:

• Local Fire Department Demonstrations and Station Tours: Many fire departments, like the Grand Prairie Fire Department, offer demonstrations and station tours for schools and community groups. These usually need to be scheduled in advance. Check the websites of your local fire departments for information.

• Texas Fire Chiefs Association Events: Keep an eye on the Texas Fire Chiefs Association website for any upcoming academies or workshops that might be held in the North Texas region.

• TEEX (Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service) Training: TEEX offers various fire service training programs throughout the year. Check their schedule for courses that might be taking place in or near North Texas.