When the show floor closes and the classes wrap for the day, Firehouse Expo still has so much more to offer in Music City! Firehouse Expo 2017 will feature many special events, designed for all attendees—and even some family members.
“Firehouse is excited to once again offer a host of networking events, featured workouts and fundraisers at this year’s Firehouse Expo,” said Firehouse Editor-in-Chief Tim Sendelbach. “Special thanks to our supporting partners from Nashville IAFF Local 148, the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, O2X Human Performance, and Fire Rescue Fitness for their support.” Sendelbach encourages each attendee to take in the festivities, network with firefighters from around the world, and help support the charitable causes of these remarkable organizations.
Following are some of the great events lined up for Firehouse Expo 2017:
IAFF Local 140 Welcoming Party
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 5–8 p.m.
The IAFF welcomes attendees to Nashville with a BBQ cookout at Walk of Fame Park.
Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance Fundraiser
Wednesday, Oct. 18, 7 p.m.
The Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance offers Breaking the Silence, a night of country music featuring Collin Raye, along with openers Paul Cummings and the Kate Hasting Band, at City Winery.
3rd Annual Legends & Icons Celebration
Thursday, Oct. 19
Reception: 6–6:30 p.m.; Induction Ceremony: 6:30–7:15 p.m.; Celebration: 7:15–9 p.m.
Don’t miss the opportunity to network at the 3rd Annual Legends & Icons Celebration, featuring the 2017 Firehouse Hall of Fame Class Induction Ceremony. The event honors longtime contributors who have made a lasting mark on the fire service. Held at the Music City Walk of Fame Park in the heart of downtown Nashville, the event provides a great opportunity to celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of our inductees and to network with friends and colleagues from around the nation.
Boot Scootin’ Boogie
Friday, Oct. 20, 7–10 pm
Join us at the famous Wildhorse Saloon for a night of networking and celebration in support of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
Sweat Sessions/Stair Climb/343 Memorial Workout
Thursday, Oct. 19–Saturday, Oct. 21
For those who don’t want to miss a workout while traveling to a conference, Firehouse is offering Sweat Sessions on Thursday, Oct. 19 and Friday, Oct. 20 (6:15–7:15 a.m.) at Walk of Fame Park; the Firehouse Memorial Stair Climb on Friday, Oct. 20 (7:00–10:00 a.m.) at Nissan Stadium; and a special 343 Memorial Workout on Saturday morning (6:15–7:15 a.m.) in Walk of Fame Park.
Sporting Events
Arrive early to Nashville for the chance to take in the Tennessee Titans and the Cleveland Browns on Monday Night Football on Oct. 16. Check FirehouseExpo.com for details regarding discounted tickets. Firehouse will also be pursuing special ticket pricing for FHExpo attendees for any Nashville Predators home games held during the conference. Stay tuned to FirehouseExpo.com for details.
