The Katy Area Safety Fest 2024 is set to make a big splash at its new venue, Typhoon Texas Waterpark, on September 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s event promises a unique blend of safety education and family fun, bringing the community together for a day of interactive learning and entertainment at the water park at 555 Katy Fort Bend Rd. in Katy.

Admission is free. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on safety demonstrations, meet local first responders, and explore a variety of safety-related exhibits. Highlights include:

· Learn essential safety skills from professionals in a dynamic, hands-on environment.

· Meet and interact with first responders and community safety experts.

· Tour fire trucks, police cars, and helicopters

· Exciting prizes and giveaways will be available throughout the event

· Learn CPR, Stop the Bleed, and other lifesaving courses

In partnership with the Cody Stephens Foundation, Safety Fest is offering heart screenings for attendees ages 11-24 to help prevent sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes. The first 100 screenings are free. After that, each screening is just $20 per person.

"We’re excited to partner with Typhoon Texas Waterpark for this year’s Safety Fest," said Johnny Mitchell, Safety Fest Board President. "The venue provides a dedicated space to enhance our safety education and ensure fun for the whole family. We’re looking forward to a day that brings the community together for an enjoyable and impactful experience."

For more information, please contact johnny.mitchell@kasf.us.

About Katy Area Safety Fest

The Katy Area Safety Fest is an annual event focused on raising safety awareness and education in the community. With interactive demonstrations, engaging activities, and essential health information, the festival is all about creating a safer and more informed public.