# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Beyond the Badge 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Beyond the Badge: Honoring Our Heroes

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the extraordinary men and women who serve and protect our communities across North Carolina. Beyond the Badge is a special event dedicated to honoring state and local public safety heroes and the families who stand behind them. The dress code is business casual 



At the heart of the evening is a powerful recognition ceremony where exceptional public safety professionals will be honored alongside their families and leadership. This moment highlights the deep connection between the agency, the home, and the community — recognizing the sacrifices and strength of the families behind the uniform.



This memorable evening brings together North Carolina’s public safety community, business leaders, and local residents for a meaningful celebration of service, resilience, and community partnership.



Event Details

Date: April 25, 2026 
Time: 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM 
Location: Barbour Springs Waterside Events 

Willow Spring, Johnston County, North Carolina



What to Expect

• A special ceremony honoring state and local public safety heroes• 

A grand catered buffet dinner

• Live music by The Antique Outlaws

• Family-friendly festivities and community celebration

• Networking with community leaders and public safety professionals

• A scenic lakeside venue



Keynote Speaker I SBI Director Chip Hawley 

Director Hawley will speak about community resilience and the vital role public safety families play in protecting our communities.

Why This Event Matters

Beyond the Badge shines a light on the dedication, courage, and sacrifices of our first responders and their families. It is a unique opportunity for the community to come together, show appreciation, and support the mental health and well-being of those who serve.



Community Sponsors

This event is proudly supported by organizations committed to supporting North Carolina’s public safety community, including:

Civic Federal Credit Union

Brooks Networking

Essential Personnel

Smithfield Chicken & Bar-B-Q

Garner Appliance

Ericsson Cradlepoint



Come enjoy an unforgettable evening of appreciation, connection, and community while honoring the heroes who protect us every day.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/willow-spring/beyond-the-badge/200029890724336
- **Event Categories**: Music, health-wellness, Entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/psac-beyond-the-badge?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=willow+spring-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Willow Spring
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2035 Sanders Rd, Willow Spring, NC 27592, United States
- **lat**: 35.54406
- **long**: -78.57359
- **full address**: 2035 Sanders Rd, Willow Spring, NC 27592, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Public Safety Action Committee - PSAC (https://allevents.in/org/public-safety-action-committee-psac/27645654)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 2035 Sanders Rd, Willow Spring, NC 27592, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Public Safety Action Committee - PSAC
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Music, health-wellness, Entertainment
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Beyond the Badge  ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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