Fire Station Open House

Fire fighters helping kids spray a fire hose

The event will begin with a Sensory Friendly Hour from 8 to 9 a.m. for a quieter, low stimulation experience.

This is a free, all-ages event packed with safety demonstrations and hands-on learning. Activities planned include:

  • Spray a fire hose at our house prop
  • Win a prize by answering fire safety questions at the Plinko® Game
  • Learn how to use a fire extinguisher
  • Identify fire hazards in our interactive Hazard House
  • Tour our fire trucks and check out the latest equipment
  • Find your home on our map and have a fire fighter explain how we would get there in an emergency
  • Learn and practice "Stop, Drop, and Roll"
  • Take a guided tour of the fire station (Note: The second floor is not ADA accessible)
  • See how much you've grown year after year with our life-sized Sparky measuring board
  • Pose for a fun fire pole photo op
  • Check out our technical rescue equipment and learn how firefighters handle emergency situations

When

  • Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location

Fire Station No. 1, 1300 Burnett Ave, Ames, IA, View Map