📣COMMUNITY EVENT| OPEN HOUSE | Biddeford Fire Department

SEPT. 16TH

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

152 Alfred Street (Bidd. Fire Department)

 FREE FOR ALL

PRESS RELEASE | BIDDEFORD, Maine (September 16, 2025) – The Biddeford Fire Department invites community members of all ages to join them for a Fire Department Open House on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 152 Alfred Street.

This free, family-friendly event will feature live demonstrations, hands-on activities, giveaways, and opportunities to meet local first responders and community partners.

Highlights of the day include:

• Live Demonstrations: Model structure fires, vehicle extrication, CPR & Stop the Bleed training, fire extinguisher practice, and more.

• Hands-On Activities: Build your own first aid kit, second floor window escape drills, guided museum tours, gear try-on station, fire safety smoke house, bicycle helmet fittings, and a special public safety-themed Home Depot Kids Workshop.

• Giveaways: First aid kits, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, escape ladders, flashlights, and more.

• Family Fun: Face painting, balloons, contests, photo opportunities, and educational handouts.

• Food: Linda’s Hotdogs will be on-site with food available for purchase.

Participating community partners include the Biddeford Police Department, Biddeford Recreation Department, York County Emergency Management Agency, Maine State Fire Marshal's Office, Maine Warden Service, Scarborough Police Department, Maine Water Company, The Home Depot, Apex Youth Connection, and the Michael T. Goulet Traumatic Brain Injury and Epilepsy Foundation.

“This Open House is a wonderful chance for families to learn valuable safety skills in a fun and engaging way,” said Chief Larry Best. “We look forward to welcoming our community and sharing important resources that can help keep residents safe.”

For more information, please contact the Biddeford Fire Department at 207-282-6632.