Community Hero Day

About the Event

On Saturday, October 7, 2023, our annual Community Hero Day will take place on the grounds of the Fire Museum from 10am-2pm. Last year, this event continued to be a success due to overwhelming support from our partners and the citizens of Aurora and surrounding communities. Families will have an opportunity to once again participate in our touch-a-truck with vehicles spanning from police and fire to community services.

This event allows citizens of our region to get up close and personal with vehicles that serve our community on a daily basis. Additionally, the event will feature safety education from numerous safety providers in our community.

For the Finale, we will feature a live burn demonstration in partnership with the Northern Illinois Fire Sprinkler Advisory Board and the Aurora Fire Department, showcasing how quickly fires can spread as well as the importance of fire sprinklers in saving lives and property.

Help us make this event a success by helping support the mission of the Fire Museum to education visitors about fire and life safety. Community Hero Day remains a free, family friendly event because of the generous support of our community.

Participating Vehicles and Community Partners will be updated periodically

2022 Participating Vehicles

2022 Community Partners / Attractions

Northern Illinois Fire Sprinkler Advisory Board

Citizens Police Academy Alumni of Aurora

State Farm Insurance: Medhat Sbeih

Champion Insurance

Nicor Gas: Energy Efficiency Program

City of Aurora: Youth Services

Chiro One

Artisan Vendors

Chris Hodge Art

Karen’s Krafts

Food Vendors

2022 Event Supporters

Presenting Sponsor

Fire Truck Ride Sponsor

Bag Sponsor

Gold Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

Bronze Sponsor

Friend of the Fire Museum

Fox Valley Building and Construction Trades Council

Jason Sunderland: Keller Williams Infinity

Chiro One Wellness Center of North Aurora