The GOVX Guide to
FDIC International
INDY is the hot spot for North America's premier fire and rescue event.
For nearly a century now, FDIC International has reigned supreme as the one fire and rescue rendezvous that simply cannot be skipped. This isn’t just a conference; it’s a high-octane, full-on immersion into the future of the industry, and this year marks our first visit for TEAM GOVX – and we couldn’t be more fired up.
From world-class classroom sessions to the legendary, sweat-soaked H.O.T. (Hands-On Training) Evolutions, FDIC connects thousands of professionals with the industry’s elite instructors and visionary exhibitors.
THE DETAILS
EVENT | FDIC International
DATE | April 20-25, 2026
VENUES | Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium
LOCATION | Indianapolis, IN
THE DEBRIEF
FDIC draws over 35,000 attendees yearly and features more than 800 exhibitors spread across the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Unlike a standard conference, FDIC is famous for its "Hands-On Training." Firefighters get out of the classroom and into real-world scenarios—tearing apart cars for extrication drills, practicing live fire suppression, and mastering technical rescues under the guidance of elite instructors.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
- Elite "Hands-On Training" (H.O.T.)
- Access to the industry’s most respected tactical minds
- Over 800+ exhibitors showcasing the industry’s latest and greatest gear
- Leadership and mental health summits
- A ‘gathering of the tribe’ where lifelong connections are made
- Connect with TEAM GOVX. We’ll be on hand with FDIC-exclusive swag and discount cards at our very own booth.
