The Fort Walton Beach Police Department’s largest community event, Construction Junction, is back on April 22, 2023 from 10am-2pm, and is set to be bigger and better than ever before.
- This event, now in its 21st year, is a joint effort between law enforcement, civilian, and military organizations and has become a community tradition that continues to grow year after year.
According to Fort Walton Beach Police Chief Robert Bage, Construction Junction is the pinnacle event that the Fort Walton Beach Police Department does every year.
The event showcases:
- Military vehicles
- Police vehicles
- Tow trucks
- Dump tucks
- Helicopters
- K-9 demonstrations
- Fire trucks
- and more
There will also be a live DJ and free food for all guests, with hot dogs and hamburgers served all day. In addition, every guest will receive a ticket at the door for a free raffle prize, with door prizes expected to be drawn every 30 minutes.
Construction Junction is a completely free event, and all are invited to attend.
“It’s a major event where partners from all over our communities show up,” Chief Bage explains. “This includes the military, various service organizations, the Okaloosa Sheriff’s Office, FWC, the Coast Guard, and Florida Highway Patrol. The Public Works departments from both the city of Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa County will also be there.”
The event started with the idea of showcasing large, heavy equipment or trucks from policing, SWAT vehicles, fire trucks, and vehicles from public works, to engage the children in the community. The event also provides an opportunity for the community to engage with various law enforcement agencies and other nonprofits.
- “We probably get about 2,000 people that come out every single year,” says Chief Bage. “There will be food, refreshments, and local nonprofits. If you have any questions about law enforcement, you can engage on a personal level with somebody from one of those agencies at Construction Junction.”
So mark your calendars for April 22 and head to the NWF Fairgrounds located at 1954 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547.
