Helicopters are expected to be the stars this year at Fire Fest.

The annual event is Sept. 30, 10am-3pm outside Hard Rock Lake Tahoe. Admission is free.

This is an opportunity for families to have fun while learning about safety and conservation.

Activities include fire engines and other big trucks on display, a burn house sprinkler demonstration,  K-9 and SWAT demonstration, vehicle extrication, home safety ideas, lots of special attractions for kids, such as water fights, face painting, fire extinguisher demonstration, campfire safety and a special appearance by Smokey Bear and other friends.