# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 7th Annual First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day (FRADD)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Come celebrate First Responders at the 7th Annual First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day on Saturday, September 19th, from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.
We invite the community to join us at this FREE, family-friendly event in honor of the courageous men and women of our local first responder departments.
Event Features:
- First Responder & K9 Demonstrations
- Touch-A-Truck
- A VR Shooting Gallery
- Activities
- Food Vendors
- Helicopters
- Raffle Prizes
- And more!
You don't need any tickets! Find more info about this event by visiting bit.ly/fradd
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The MAAC Foundation is transforming the landscape of First Responder training across Northwest Indiana, the state, and the country. With a comprehensive, inclusive campus, we provide access for all First Responders - EMT personnel, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and K9 officers - to train at our state-of-the-art facility at no cost. For more information about the MAAC Foundation, please visit www.maacfoundation.org.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valparaiso/7th-annual-first-responder-appreciation-and-demonstration-day-fradd/200029838875630
- **Event Categories**: sports, workshops, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 117

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Valparaiso
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 4203 Montdale Park Drive, Valparaiso, IN, United States, Indiana 46383
- **lat**: 41.44516
- **long**: -87.01002
- **full address**: 4203 Montdale Park Drive, Valparaiso, IN, United States, Indiana 46383

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 7th Annual First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day (FRADD) being held?
  - **A:** 7th Annual First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day (FRADD) takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm at 4203 Montdale Park Drive, Valparaiso, IN, United States, Indiana 46383.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 7th Annual First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day (FRADD)?
  - **A:** 7th Annual First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day (FRADD) is organized by MAAC Foundation.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at MAAC Foundation's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given MAAC Foundation a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. MAAC Foundation has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 7th Annual First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day (FRADD) is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Valparaiso, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 110+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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