Join us for the 2026 Firefighter Recognition Day &
Legislative Appreciation & Awards Dinner

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Georgia State Firefighters Association
Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs

We’re excited to invite all firefighters to join us for the 2026 Firefighters Recognition Day! This special day, established by law, is all about celebrating Georgia’s fire service community and recognizing the incredible work you do every day.

The day kicks off at the State Capitol, where state leaders will honor the contributions of all fire service personnel and present commendations to outstanding award recipients from the Georgia State Firefighters Association, Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs, and Georgia Fire Inspectors Association.

 

Dinner & Awards Ceremony

That evening, join us at the Georgia Freight Depot for a fantastic barbecue dinner, cooked to perfection by the talented Vienna Fire Department team. After dinner, the spotlight will shine on the year’s top achievements during our Awards Ceremony, starting at 6:30 p.m.

 

This event is more than just a meal—it’s your chance to connect with state leaders, network with fellow firefighters, and share important conversations about the future of fire service in Georgia.

 

Tickets: $35 per person. We highly recommend pre-registering to save your seat at this meaningful and fun event. Don’t miss out—we can’t wait to see you there!


We will not be accepting registrations over the phone this year.

Please register below.

Click Here to Register Online (pay online)
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Firefighter Recognition Day & Legislative

Appreciation Dinner Schedule of Events

 

Firefighter Recognition Day & Legislative Appreciation Dinner Schedule of Events

 

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

 

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Unification Partners Meeting

Georgia Municipal Association Conference Room

201 Pryor St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303

 

2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Firefighters Recognition Day Ceremonies

Swearing in of Fire Marshals (immediately following ceremony)

South Wing of State Capitol 

206 Washington Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30334

 

3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Firefighter Legislative Visits

       

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Fire Service Legislative Appreciation & Awards Dinner

Georgia Freight Depot

65 M.L.K. Drive, NW, Atlanta, GA 30303

Schedule and Additional Information

Thank you to our event sponsors!


Questions? Contact:

 

GSFA Business Manager Taylor Moore

Email: taylor@gsffa.org

Phone: 770-914-7774

 

GAFC Business Manager Yalonde Tanner

Email: ytanner@gacities.com

Phone:   678-686-6239 

Each year, Georgia sets aside the first Tuesday of February to honor the brave men and women who serve as firefighters across our state. Firefighters Recognition Day is a time to acknowledge their dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to protecting our communities.

 

We are pleased to share the official proclamations for Firefighters Recognition Day 2025:

These proclamations continue Georgia’s longstanding tradition of recognizing and supporting our firefighters. On February 4, 2025, we encourage everyone to take a moment to thank the firefighters in your communities for their dedication and service.

 

Thank you for being part of this important annual recognition.