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Touch a Truck: Clay County
April 25 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mark your calendars! Touch a Truck: Saluting Those Who Serve returns for another year—a free, fun-filled day celebrating the people, vehicles, and services that keep our county running.
📍 Location: Clay County Fairgrounds: 2463 FL-16 in Green Cove Springs
📅 Date: Saturday, April 25
🕘 Quiet Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. (no horns or sirens)
Lights & Sounds: 12:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (vehicles in action!)
Cost: FREE!
Explore dozens of service and emergency vehicles up close, including fire trucks, police cars, construction equipment, and more. This hands-on event is perfect for families and kids of all ages!
What to expect:
- Special 250th anniversary celebration: Special opening ceremony with a focus on our country’s 250th anniversary from 10:00 – 11:00. This will include special guest speakers and a ceremonial flag folding to retire the large flag in the Cattlemen’s Arena.
- Veteran of the Year and Volunteer of the Year, presented by VyStar: The community-nominated winners of these awards will be announced in a ceremony from 11:30-12:00
- Hands-on access to trucks and heavy equipment provided by county departments, public safety, and community partners
- Veterans and family resource booths
- Emergency preparedness resources
- Food trucks (not free)
- Kids’ indoor and outdoor games and activities
- Informational booths showcasing local services and programs, including Club Challenge
Come see what moves Clay—and discover all the valuable resources available to residents, right in your backyard.
