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First Responders Day at New Hope Valley Railway

On Saturday, August 8, bring the whole family and join us for a special day celebrating our local heroes! Apex Fire, Apex Police and Wake EMS will be onsite for a Touch-a-Truck event!

Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.

The Town of Apex Fire Department, Apex Police Department, and Wake County EMS will be on hand for a hands-on, family-friendly Touch-a-Truck event. This is your chance to get up close to emergency vehicles, climb inside, and see firsthand how they help keep our community safe. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet the brave men and women who serve every day, hear their stories, and learn important safety tips in a fun and engaging way.

Train rides depart at 10:30am and 12:00pm, giving you the perfect chance to enjoy a scenic ride while making lasting memories. Whether you’re young or young at heart, this event promises a full day of appreciation, discovery, and excitement. Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate, explore, and connect with the first responders who make a difference in our community!

Tickets are hot off the truck—grab yours before they’re all gone at TriangleTrain.com

Location: 
New Hope Valley Railway, Bonsal Road, New Hill, NC, USA
See map: Google Maps

*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
Contact name: 
New Hope Valley Railway
Email address: 
Dates: 
08/08/2026
Time: 
10:00am to 1:30pm
Price: 
Adults $16.45, Seniors 60+ $15.37, Children 2 to 12 $13.20, Children under 2 ride free

Ages

All Ages Adults & kids together Adults without kids