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First Responder Appreciation Day
11
Apr
Date
11 Apr (Saturday)
Time
Sat, 10 AM – 5 PM
Venue
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, 43520 Seward Hwy
Girdwood, AK, United States
📝 Useful Information
While there is no single town-wide "First Responder Appreciation Day" event for Girdwood as a whole today, there are two major upcoming and recent appreciation events at nearby venues:
For the most current local updates, you can follow the Girdwood Fire and Rescue Facebook page, which frequently shares community safety updates and regional firefighter honors.
Would you like to know about hotel availability or dining options in Girdwood for your visit during the April event at the Wildlife Center?
Upcoming Appreciation Events
Recent/Annual Recurring Events
General Recognition Dates
•AWCC First Responder Appreciation Day
•Date & Time: Saturday, April 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
•Location: Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) (Portage, approx. 15 minutes south of Girdwood)
•Description: A family-friendly event featuring meet-and-greets with heroes, emergency vehicle displays, and wildlife experiences.
•Perks: Free admission for first responders including police, state troopers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, 911 dispatchers, chaplains, ski patrol, and search & rescue teams.
•Highlights: Food trucks, kid-friendly activities, and photo ops with over 120 animals.
•First Responder Appreciation Day at Alyeska Resort
•Most Recent Date: Friday, January 9, 2026
•Location: Alyeska Resort, Girdwood
•Perks: Free lift tickets for EMS, firefighters, police officers, dispatchers, doctors, nurses, and hospital workers who present a valid employee or state-issued ID.
•Status: This event typically aligns with Alaska Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (January 9).
•National First Responders Day: Celebrated annually on October 28.
•International Firefighters' Day: May 4 (Annual).
Updated at 23 Mar 2026
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