Firefighters’ Memorial Day
Firefighters' Memorial Day on 4 May remembers UK firefighters who died in the line of duty, with a minute's silence at midday.
- UK
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- Canada (not marked)
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About the day
Firefighters' Memorial Day is held on 4 May each year. The Firefighters Memorial Trust leads it, with the full support of the Fire Brigades Union (FBU).
A minute's silence begins at 12 noon, often marked by appliance sirens at fire stations. The day remembers more than 2,300 UK firefighters who have died in the line of duty.
It suits fire and rescue services, fire safety and equipment firms, insurers, emergency service charities and local councils.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday 4 May 2027 | UK | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Thursday 4 May 2028 | UK | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Friday 4 May 2029 | UK | Same date every year |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Fire and rescue
- Fire safety equipment
- Insurance
- Emergency services charities
- Local government
- Trade unions
Questions and answers
When is Firefighters’ Memorial Day 2027?
Firefighters’ Memorial Day 2027 is on Tuesday 4 May 2027. It falls on the same date every year.
Who organises Firefighters’ Memorial Day?
Firefighters’ Memorial Day is organised by the Firefighters Memorial Trust.
Where is Firefighters’ Memorial Day marked?
Firefighters’ Memorial Day is marked in the UK.
Where do these details come from?
We checked these details against two sources, including Fire Brigades Union: Firefighters Memorial Day, Sunday 4th May 2025. They were last checked on 28 October 2026.
Where this information comes from
- Fire Brigades Union: Firefighters Memorial Day, Sunday 4th May 2025
- Stornoway Gazette: Firefighters to be remembered on first ever Memorial Day
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