Barnstable Kids Day Returns For 2023

BARNSTABLE, MA — The 26th annual Kids Day is set to return in Barnstable for 2023.

Barnstable Police and Fire Departments will jointly host the event, scheduled for Aug. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Barnstable High School.

"This event will allow children of all ages to see demonstrations, equipment, and vehicles from several different police and fire departments," officials said. "K-9 demonstrations, SWAT demonstrations, these are just a few of the things kids will be able to view."

A free hot dog and soda will be provided at the event, as will an ice cream dessert, officials said.

A parade of emergency vehicles, a bagpipe and the kid's police academy start the events for the day at 10 a.m.