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York County Fire Prevention Month Events and Activities

By Sarah Frane Editor-Publisher Macaroni Kid York September 30, 2024

October is National Fire Prevention Month and Fire Companies across York County are gearing up to host their annual open house and fire prevention month activities. Check out our list of all things Fire Prevention-related below and be sure to check back often, we will be adding more events as they are posted!



  October 6  


York Area United Fire & Rescue

York Area United Fire & Rescue is having an open house at our headquarters station 89-3 on October 6th from 6 PM to 8 PM. The station is located at 2045 N. Sherman Street 17406/

Come on out to station 89-3 and meet your firefighters and talk to them about what they do and learn alot about fire safety and prevention. There will be :

Hotdogs and snacks

Activities for the kids

Fire Truck Tours

The Palmer Dollhouse where we demonstrate how fire can travel through the home and ways we can help slow the process. 

Safe Kids of York will be on site to assist with any questions on car seat safety

Plenty of educational handouts for the kids and adults alike

So come on out and have a little fun while you learn about fire safety!!



  October 9   


Wellsville Fire Company

We are excited to invite you to our annual Fire Prevention Open House at 6pm, which promises fun, education, and community engagement.
Meet Your Local Heroes: Meet the firefighters dedicated to keeping our community safe.
Get Up Close with a Fire Truck: Have you ever wondered what it’s like inside a fire truck? Wonder no more! Climb aboard, explore the equipment, and learn how our firefighting vehicles operate. It’s an experience that kids of all ages (yes, adults too!) will enjoy.
Enjoy Light Refreshments: We'll have light refreshments on hand, ensuring you stay energized throughout your visit. Share stories and chat with your neighbors while savoring some tasty treats.
Don't miss this chance to come together as a community and learn about the importance of fire prevention. Working smoke alarms can make a life-saving difference in a home fire, giving people the time to get out safely.



  October 11  


Shrewsbury Volunteer Fire Company

Join the Shrewsbury Volunteer Fire Company for our annual Open House, Food Truck Friday, & Trunk or Treat October 11 from 5pm-8pm.

Fire Company Open House:
Fire Engine Rides
Fire Prevention Materials
Meet your local first responders
Take a tour of the fire station

Food Trucks:
Mac Stack
Scoop O' Dough
Deez Tacos
Bubble Wow Waffles
Sam & Jo Gyros
Food Adventures

Live Entertainment:
6-8pm: TBA
Sponsored By: Renewal by Andersen


  October 12  

North Codorus Twp. Fire Company

Come on out to our annual Fire Prevention Open House from 10-2. Take a tour of our station, let the kids play in the bounce house and fire truck rides. Most importantly meet the men and women that help protect your community!   Home made chicken corn soup and other light refreshments will be available for purchase as well.


Jefferson Volunteer Fire Company 

Join us for our annual Fire Prevention Open House and Fall Fest from 9am -2pm! 

Activities include crafts, bounce house, face painting, pumpkin painting, food, a car show, fire prevention activities and more! 


York County History Center Museum, Library, and Archives  Second Saturday: Fire Prevention Month

Join the us to highlight Fire Prevention Month on October 12. We will have an array of activities for all ages at the History Center Museum and the Fire Museum. Register here for this FREE event  

10:30- 11:30               

York Pennsylvania, an American LaFrance Town presented by Greg Halpin (HC)

11:45- 12:15                

Gamewell System Demonstration (Fire)   

Storytime (HC)

Noon-12:30  

Smokey the Bear (Fire)

Noon-1:30  

Touch a Fire Truck

1:00 – 2:00                

Build your own Fire Extinguisher (Fire & HC)          

Try out the historic Hand Pump (Fire)

1:30 – 2:00 

Bucket Brigade (HC)

2:00-2:30  

Storytime (HC)


  October  13  

Laurel Fire Company #1 - Windsor PA

Join us from 12:30pm-4:00pm for our Annual Fire Prevention Open House! More details to come! 


Know of an event we missed? Email us the info here and we'll be sure to add it!