Trade show
IAFC FRI 2026
The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) presents Fire-Rescue International (FRI) 2026 in Kansas City, MO from August 12-14. FRI is the premier annual conference and expo for fire and emergency service leaders, offering senior-level leadership training, officer development, networking opportunities, and the latest innovations in apparatus, technology, and equipment.
The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) presents Fire-Rescue International (FRI) 2026 in Kansas City, MO from August 12-14. FRI is the premier annual conference and expo for fire and emergency service leaders, offering senior-level leadership training, officer development, networking opportunities, and the latest innovations in apparatus, technology, and equipment.
Event details
- Dates: 12–14 Aug 2026
- Location: Kansas City, MO, United States
- Venue: Kansas City
- Industry: Firefighting
- Category: Trade show
Audience scale
- Exhibitors: 500+
- Attendees: 14,000+
Why exhibit
Showcase your products and services to thousands of fire and emergency service leaders from across North America and around the globe. FRI is the premier platform to demonstrate the newest innovations in apparatus, technology, equipment, gear, and more, providing unparalleled access to decision-makers in the fire service.
Why visit
Attend FRI to access top-tier leadership training and officer development education covering all areas of emergency services, including navigating political environments, managing change, ethical leadership, EMS issues, and career development. Connect with hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest fire service innovations and network with peers from around the world.
Exhibitor profile
- Apparatus
- Technology
- Equipment
- Gear
- Firefighting
- EMS
Visitor profile
- Fire Chief
- Chief Officer
- Company Officer
- Emergency Service Leader
- Firefighter
- EMS Professional
Industries
- Firefighting
- Emergency Medical Services
- Wildfire Management
- Public Safety
- Hazardous Materials