F.I.E.R.O. (on the job since 1990) is hosting the first and longest-running Station Design Symposium at the Hyatt Regency in Greenville, SC. September 21-24, 2026 (full day, pre-symposium seminar on Monday, September 21).

The Call for Presentations for the 2026 Fire Station Design Symposium opens in January.

We invite presentations not only on new fire stations, but also on station renovations, expansions, and retrofits. We welcome innovative topics such as advancements in fire station technology, security enhancements, and the integration of new features or equipment. If you have insights or case studies on recent upgrades or unique additions to fire stations, please consider sharing your expertise.

Conference Registration coming early 2026

Start your planning and prepping of the boards, the 2026 Station Design Award entry period will be opening soon!

PRE-SYMPOSIUM SEMINAR - Monday (full day) early bird pricing $250

MAIN CONFERENCE REGISTRATION INCLUDES: Early Bird Pricing Fire Service or Government Personnel $495, Non-Fire Service Personnel $750.

ENDS August 24, 2026.

• Two and a half days of educational sessions
• Monday Night Welcome Reception
• Breakfast on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
• Tuesday Night Exhibit Hall Grand Opening Reception
• Lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday
• Snacks and refreshments during all breaks
• Full access to the exhibit hall with dedicated, scheduled times
• Professionally published Resource Manual full of information to take back to your agency
• Electronic access to all presentations at the end of the event

Station Tours - Thursday Afternoon - Must Pre-Register - Details coming soon

HOTEL - Hyatt Regency

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SPONSORS/EXHIBITORS

Click on the Sponsor/Exhibit Info tab on the left to learn about sponsorship opportunities. Then you can click and view the 2026 Prospectus to see all the awesome details! Click on the Sponsor/Exhibitor Registration tab to register!!

• Set up Tuesday between 10am and 4:30pm. Exhibit Tuesday evening for the opening reception, and Wednesday. Tear down Wednesday late afternoon.