Fire Fest 2026

It is time for the annual Camden Fire Fest, celebrating 30 years on Saturday, September 26!

This family friendly event allows residents and visitors learn about the importance of fire prevention and fire safety while enjoying live firefighting demonstrations and competitions, as well as a live burn to show the basics of outdoor grill safety, getting up close and personal with antique fire trucks, and engaging in other live entertainment and games for all age. Admission is free for all ages.

It all begins with the parade downtown of current and antique fire trucks, leaving Camden City Hall at 9 am, continuing down Rutledge and Broad Streets to end at the main event at Camden City Arena, 420 Broad Street. Fire Fest activities at the Arena are from 9 am until 1 pm.

Interested in being a vendor at Fire Fest? Complete our online registration form. Fire Fest also welcomes sponsorships from community partners. Email bhaynes@camdensc.org for more information.

Each year, Fire Fest is the kick off for the national annual Fire Prevention Week™. This year’s Fire Prevention Week™ campaign is “Charge Into Fire Safety™. Safe Charging Is a Superpower,” which focuses on the everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep homes and communities safer. Plug in. Power up. Stay safe. Fire Prevention Week™ is October 4–10, 2026.