Manhattan Beach Police and Fire Departments are bringing back the Annual Police and Fire Open House. This long-time event has been a community favorite for many generations. In recognition of Fire Service Day and National Peace Officers’ Week (also known as Blue Ribbon Week), Open House has traditionally been scheduled on the second Saturday in May (May 12th). In addition, this year, the Fifth Annual Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony will take place on the same day.

The Police and Fire Open House showcases the services, equipment, as well as staff that provide public safety and emergency response to our community. Guests will have the opportunity to meet members of the Manhattan Beach Police Department and Manhattan Beach Fire Department including: SWAT Team, Motor/Traffic Officers, Parking/Animal Control, K-9 Team, Firefighters/Paramedics, as well as volunteers that support Neighborhood Watch, Victim Assistance, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Explorers and the Volunteers in Policing program.

Highlights of the day include a Fire Fighting demonstration and the Hostage Negotiator Team’s Robot demonstration. There will be an extensive display of public safety vehicles including: Fire Truck, Paramedic Van, SWAT Van, Beach Patrol Rhino (all-terrain vehicle), Beach Quadrunner, Patrol Car, Traffic Motorcycle, T-3 (electric standup vehicle), Animal Control Rescue Truck and the Mobile Command Center (donated to Manhattan Beach Police & Fire Departments by the Manhattan Beach Property Owner’s Association last year). In addition, Police and Fire personnel will be displaying their specialized equipment used for SWAT, Animal Aid, Rescues, and Firefighting.

The Police Jail and Fire Facilities will be open for guided tours throughout the day and kids will receive stickers, hats and balloons. Don’t forget your camera for photo opportunities on a fire truck, police motorcycle, with Sparky the Fire Dog or with your favorite police officer or firefighter!

The Police and Fire facilities are located at 400 15th Street on the corner of 15th Street and Valley Drive. Visitors can enter the event site on Valley Drive, between 13th Street and 15th Street.

View the Open House and Police Memorial Flyer (PDF)