Sound the alarm, Slide down the Pole, Grab your gear, We’re ready to roll!
If you’re planning a BOMBAstic firemen theme birthday party for your child, you’ve landed to the perfect place as we’ve got the most comprehensive information for you (with free downloadable templates!). We share with you 10 things you need to know to organise your kid’s birthday party at a Fire Station in Malaysia.
Information here is gathered by directly enquiring Balai Bomba dan Penyelamat Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI) and asking friends / family who have organised a birthday party at the Balai Bomba TTDI. Don’t worry, other Balai Bomba would have similar procedures.
- Which fire station / Balai Bomba
Choose a fire station that is near and convenient to you. Call to enquire with the fire station if they allow birthday parties to be held at their station. No, the number is NOT 999 as this is not an emergency you’re not dying :p Look for the branch’s direct contact number and speak to their friendly staff. Here’s a list of phone numbers of Balai Bomba in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. Most branches accept birthday parties at their station, however the more popular ones are Balai Bomba dan Penyelamat Taman Tun Dr Ismail and Sri Hartamas. Due to the high number of birthday parties at these stations, they might be booked by others as early as 2 months ahead! So it’s best if you plan at least 3 months ahead. Better be kiasu la ha!
- Application
Write in a formal request letter to the Fire Station stating your intention to hold a birthday party cum educational visit. Important details to include are date, time, and number of kids / adults. Bahasa Melayu or English, doesn’t matter, even rojak also can :p We know you were all pumped up about this party but scratching your heads just about now kan don’t know how to write the application letter. Don’t worry, we’ve prepared a sample letter for you which you can download for FREE from IzsyPizsy. Choose between English version or Bahasa Melayu version. Yes, you’re welcome 🙂 You can e-mail the letter to the Ketua Balai but it’s actually better to hand in the printed letter in person to the officers at the Balai Bomba.
Balai Bomba dan Penyelamat Taman Tun Dr. Ismail
Address: Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Nama Ketua Balai Bomba : PKPgB Armdan bin Mahat
E-mail : armdan-mahat.bomba@1govuc.gov.my
General Number: 03 – 7728 4444
General E-mail : bbp-ttdi.bomba@1govuc.gov.my
- Approval
Wait for 1-2 weeks for their approval. If you don’t hear from them, contact them to check on your approval status. If approved, they’ll provide you a letter which you’ll need to collect and bring with you on the event day. Don’t get upset if they’ve misplaced your application letter because surprise surprise they receive so many request letters! They’re just THAT popular. Anyway, no point kecoh-kecoh, just resubmit your request letter and give them some time for the approval process.
- Fees
So how much do they charge? Believe it or not it’s absolutely FREE. No charges for venue or for the activities to entertain the kids. However it’s generally understood that you provide some token of appreciation in the form of food and drinks for the firemen involved. They also welcome monetary contributions.
- Invitation
Please keep your invitees within the number of pax you’ve specified in your application letter (point 2). Remind your guests to bring towel and extra clothing as this party will be wet, wet, wet. Ladies are not encouraged to wear dresses / skirts as some activities may involve climbing big fire trucks and sliding down poles (unless you want to steal the show of course). Also remind them to bring waterproof phone/camera casings if they wish to capture the moment.
- Tables and chairs
There are limited chairs at the fire station (approx 10 seats) catered for elderly or pregnant women. You’ll have to bring your own tables and chairs, although not necessary as the kid’s will mostly be sitting on the floor or running around and about. If you do wish to have your tables and chairs set up, please be sure to not block any of the Fire Trucks in & out access. Ask the firemen in-charge on how early you can come to set up, as they usually allow you to come the day before depending on circumstances.
- Food
You’ll have to bring your own food and drinks as they only provide venue and activities. Please cater HALAL food as most firemen involved are muslim and they’ll join in the feast with you (point 4). We would highly recommend light snacks and finger food, especially if you do not plan to bring in your own table and chairs. Besides, the birthday party will be jam packed with activities and running around, easy-to-go food would be ideal.
- Decoration
They allow you to bring in decorations which you can set up as early as the day before (depending on availability). Remember to keep it simple and not obstruct the area. We at IzsyPizsy live up to our name, making parties easy peasy for our clients. We offer this complete set of firefighter theme props for you to decorate your cake table. View more info on this amazing set of firefighter theme props here.
Also you should not paste your decorations against the wall as it may leave stubborn residue. Or better yet, leave the decorations to us! Here’s one we did at a Balai Bomba.
- Activities
The firemen incharge will start off with a briefing / talk on safety procedures during a fire. Your kids will get familiarise with the “Stop, Drop and Roll” drill and how to call 999 if there is an emergency. They’ll also show you their uniform and gears which you’ll get a chance to try them on. Next, everyone (young and old) get to go onto fire truck rides around the fire station with the siren on! And once the fire engine ride is done, time for some water fun!
- Time
In total you’ll be spending 3 hours from start to finish. You won’t realise the time fly by when you’re having so much fun with the water activities. We highly recommend that you have your child’s birthday party at the fire station for a different kind of experience for your family and friends.
There you have it, 10 tips you need to know to organise your child’s birthday party at a Balai Bomba – it’s really all you need. Don’t worry too much, just go with the (water) flow and have fun! We have more tips shared on our facebook page which you won’t want to miss. See you there!
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Are you guys do the package birthday at balai bomba? If yes can someone call me
Hi, we provide party decorations.. all other dealings is direct between bomba and host
Is the balai bomba in ss15 hold this event party?
Hi Kelly, best to check directly with the balai bomba as there may be changes over time
Is not free, some place charge RM300
which Balai Bomba is that if you don’t mind sharing? They must be in high demand that they’re starting to charge certain fees.. thanks for the info
BBP TTDI charged RM350 for tables and chairs rental (this is compulsory to support them).
BBP Damansara is free.
Thanks for the info.. a lot has changed since post-covid. Worth the price considering they’ve got tables and chairs sorted out for guests, hassle-free
Hi, is there an age limit ie in terms of understanding? In your opinion would a 4th birthday be fun there? Would kids that age understand and enjoy it?
Thanks
They welcome all ages 🙂 4year olds will definitely enjoy themselves with the truck ride and water games.. good early exposure too on emergency demos
Need more info about the fire fighter birthday package
Hi,
May I know if you have provided any services at Balai Bomba Cyberjaya please?
Thank you.
We cater for services within Klang Valley including Cyberjaya
Hi. Can I have details on your packages, price etc?
Sure, we’ve emailed you our packages. Kindly check inbox. TQ
can you please email me your package at chiayinyin@yahoo.com. Thanks
certainly, email sent
Hi, out of curiosity, are they able to conduct the party in English? A number of the kids id like to invite have very little bm knowledge.
Most of them are comfortable conversing in BM. However it shouldn’t be a problem for the children because it’s less chitchat and more of hands-on experience / demonstration.
Pls email me the birthday package at fire station. Tq
Hi, we’ve emailed you, thank you
Hi…
Can you please send me the packages you have along with the pricing?
Thank you…
sure, kindly check email TQ
Pls contact me for as need further enquiries from you. Wana know the package at balai bomba
Hi, we’ve emailed you, thank you
Hello , I would like to know about the fire birthday event . Can you share for me ???
Hi Vivian, we’ve replied to your FB & IG msgs. Let’s chat there.
hi can email me your packages too. Thank you.
Email sent, kindly check tq
Hi, may I get the details for the place and fees of all bomba station? Your early reply is highly appreciate.
Hi Hyun Ee, every Balai Bomba has its own management thus procedures may differ slightly for different stations. Best to directly contact the Balai Bomba you’re interested in.
Hi, can I have some details of the package, pls? Thanks
Can you email me your packages
hi can you sent me a quatotation for props
Hi.. Pls email your balance bomba birthday celebration package.
I would like to find out more details on having birthday at fire station. And the package like
Since every balai bomba has different management, it’s best to deal directly with the balai bomba you’re interested in, abang bomba should be able to share with you more info.. as for our decoration services, kindly email/IG/FB us your event date and which balai bomba for us to get back to you better
Hi can you email me on birthday pacakage in balai bomba shah alam
Sure, we’ve setup at Shah Alam’s balai bomba before. Email sent
Please sent me information
Hi can please email me the package. Tq in advance.
Sure, sent to your email
Hi, please send me package of decorations in fire stations, thanks
Kid birthday party on 8th December @ TTDI .
Kindly quote food & decorations. Thanks
Sent