Fire Service Day celebrations

Fire Service Day is an annual celebration in Belarus marking the anniversary of the first professional fire brigade established in Minsk on July 25, 1853. The festivities include both official state protocols and public entertainment spread across the capital city. Formal proceedings typically begin at Victory Square with a wreath-laying ceremony attended by Emergencies Ministry leadership, veterans, and personnel to honor the history of the service.

The celebrations extend to public spaces such as Gorky Park, where the ministry organizes concerts and interactive exhibitions for the community. A major draw for spectators is the parade of specialized rescue watercraft along the Svisloch River. These displays are often accompanied by tactical aviation performances, showcasing the modern equipment and maneuvers used by the Belarusian emergency services in their daily operations.