This event has a new date! It was planned for the 23rd; however, due to extreme heat, it has been postponed until July 30, 2025.
Looking for an exciting, hands-on event the whole family will love? Mark your calendars for Wednesday, July 30, 2025, and head to The Shoppes at Grand Prairie for the annual Central Illinois Emergency Expo!
📍 Location: The parking lot between Route 91 and Dick’s Sporting Goods
🕓 Time: 4:00–7:00 PM (with a special quieter session from 3:30–4:00 PM)
This FREE event is packed with incredible opportunities for kids (and grown-ups too!) to get an up-close look at emergency equipment and meet the heroes who serve our community every day.
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🚒 Event Highlights:
✅ Meet local firefighters — try on gear and even spray a real fire hose!
✅ Watch a medical helicopter land and explore inside.
✅ Climb into a police squad car, turn on the lights and sirens.
✅ Step inside an ambulance and see life-saving equipment in action.
✅ Tour a tactical response truck used in special operations.
✅ Sit on a motorcycle unit and meet the officers who ride them.
From toddlers fascinated by flashing lights to teens curious about careers in emergency services, this event offers something for everyone.
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🎉 Bonus for Families with Sensory Needs:
A special quieter session runs from 3:30–4:00 PM, with reduced lights and sounds—perfect for families who prefer a calmer experience.
👨👩👧👦 Don’t miss out on this fun, educational afternoon that celebrates our community’s first responders!
👉 Learn more at: www.peoriacounty.gov/449
