The celebrations will begin on Saturday, October 24, at 10:00 AM, with the seminar “The Role of Women in Civil Protection”. At 2:00 PM, the Portuguese Firefighters League will hold its Extraordinary National Council. From 7:00 PM onwards, an exhibition of historic firefighter vehicles will open, followed by the Firefighters Gala.
On Sunday, October 25, the day starts with the gathering and parade of firefighters and vehicles. This will be followed by a tribute to deceased firefighters and leaders from the Braga district, with the laying of a wreath at the firefighter monument in Praça de São Pedro. The foot and motor parade will be attended by the Minister of Internal Administration, Luís Neves, and will conclude with a solemn session.
The Celorico de Basto Municipal Chamber supports the event's organization by providing services and spaces, in collaboration with the Celorico Volunteer Firefighters.
José Peixoto Lima, President of the Celorico de Basto Municipal Chamber, highlighted the importance of choosing Celorico de Basto for these commemorations, valuing the district institution that celebrates 50 years of contribution to the firefighter sector and honoring the BVC in their centenary year.
The commemorations are open to the entire community.
