The History of "Old Cracker Fire Company"

Old Cracker Fire Company is a family owned and operated business in Tampa, Florida. We serve Pasco and Hillsborough County with special arrangements available for surrounding counties.
Old Cracker Fire Company is a family owned and operated business in Tampa, Florida. We serve Pasco and Hillsborough County with special arrangements available for surrounding counties.

Owners, The Smith Family, has a genealogy of firefighter history from Great Grandpa to Dad to Son, and now at it again! But with a little twist, and not so much danger. Old Cracker Fire Company brings that childhood excitement of being a firefighter to your party or event. Owner's Scott and Brian Smith bought Old Cracker Fire Company on Feb. 2, 2011 from Gary Guy who formally owned and started the Old Cracker Fire Company business with his wife Amber Guy.

Old Cracker Fire Company was part of more than 165 local events and parties in Pasco, Hillsborough, and Pinellas County during 2008. Our excellent customer service, professional staff and polished appearance gives you comfort in booking our services. Old Cracker has been Featured in Tampa Tribune, St. Petersburg Times, Tampa Bay Business Journal, and several Community News publications in addition to various TV and Radio commentary.


The History of Emmette


Old Cracker Fire Company is proud to introduce "Emmette", a 1973 Ford HOWE Fire Engine purchased from the Long Creek Grady Volunteer Fire Department in North Carolina.


His first day of service was September 8, 1973 where he served as a front line engine for 35 years before retiring to the Old Cracker Fire Company family.


"Emmette" is a fully functional fire engine complete with working pump, lights and sirens. His is available for children's birthday parties, adult birthday parties, weddings, photo shoots, special events, grand openings, parades, company parties and more! We offer package specials and all inclusive fire truck parties.


Emmette loves a good party! Call us today to book your date and time! Event dates are first come - first serve. For more information you may Contact Us.

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