Friday, April 20th, 2012
Time: TBD
Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
The three final bands will compete for $20,000 on Friday, April 20th on the Lucas Oil Stadium Special Events Stage. Beginning at 4pm, each band will perform a three-song set . A panel of three judges will ultimately decide their fate . Admission is open to all attendees and a cash bar will be available!
Be sure to vote for your favorite band on January 1st, 2012!
Scott Firefighter Combat Challenge®
Thursday – Saturday, April 19th - 21st, 2012
Location: South Street Exhibits & Demonstration Area
For the second year, the Scott Firefighter Combat Challenge® will take place at FDIC 2012. Wearing “full bunker gear” and the SCOTT Air-Pak breathing apparatus, pairs of competitors race head-to-head as they simulate the physical demands of real-life firefighting by performing a linked series of five tasks including climbing the 5-story tower, hoisting, chopping, dragging hoses and rescuing a life-sized, 175 lb . “victim” as they race against themselves, their opponent andthe clock . The Challenge seeks to encourage firefighter fitness and demonstrate the profession’s rigors to the public
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
Date/Time: Friday, April 20th, 2012 @ 1pm
Location: Lucas Oil Stadium
Fire service members convene in high rise buildings across the United States to climb 110 stories as a tribute to their fallen brothers . The 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb is not a race, but an opportunity to honor and remember the 343 FDNY members who selflessly gave their lives so that others might live.
Register Here
Fifth Annual FDIC Courage and Valor Fun Run
Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Time: TBD
Location: White River State Park
Cost to register for 5K-Competitive (with timing tag): $20.00 Cost to register for 5K Non-Competitive (no timing tag): $20.00
The fifth annual FDIC Courage and Valor Fun Run will take place at the White River State Park located just a short walk from the Indianapolis convention center . The scenic flat fast course winds around the canal and provides runners with an absolutely safe (no traffic crossings) and scenic opportunity to enjoy a brisk fun run with their fellow firefighters
STOP, DROP, ROCK & ROLL
Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Time: TBD
Location: Indiana Roof Ballroom, 140 West Washington Street
Featuring live music entertainment, including firefighter pipe and drum bands, this event benefits the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation . A $15 donation at door provides access to great food and a cash bar
Indianapolis Colts Player Appearance: TBD
Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Time: TBD.
Location: Special Events Stage – Lucas Oil Stadium
Colts Cheerleaders & Blue
Friday, April 20th, 2012
Time: TBD
Location: Lucas Oil Stadium
Be sure to come by to meet members of the Indianapolis Colts Cheerleaders and the team mascot, "Blue," for a photo and autograph!
National Honor Guard Competition
Friday, April 20th, 2012
Time: 8:30am
Location: Indiana Convention Center - 500 Ballroom
The Competition is being operated by the MABAS Division 20 HG and the National Honor Guard Academy. It will take place on Friday, April 20th @ 0830 in the 500 Ballroom located adjacent to the registration area for FDIC. Complete rules and information will be mailed/emailed to teams once they register. The registration form and more information can be found at: www.nationalhonorguardacademy.com/2012_FDIC_Competition.html