KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Families and future builders will have a chance to climb into the operator’s seat of massive construction equipment as Dozer Day® returns to Kansas City on Nov. 1 and 2. The event offers a rare opportunity for kids and adults alike to experience what it’s like to drive the machines that power the construction industry — while also connecting with companies that are building the region’s future workforce.
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Dozer Day® is designed to be more than just entertainment. It’s an industry outreach initiative that introduces young people to real-world construction careers, trade education programs, and future employers. The event allows participants to safely operate excavators, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment under professional supervision, giving them a firsthand look at the expertise and precision the industry requires.
The event’s website encourages attendees to get involved and learn more: VISIT: KansasCity.DozerDay.org.
In addition to hands-on equipment time, visitors can explore booths from local contractors, engineering firms, trade schools, and community workforce programs. Many exhibitors offer career guidance, apprenticeship details, safety demonstrations, and insights into everything from carpentry and surveying to advanced construction technology.
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Industry partners say Dozer Day® plays a vital role in addressing the ongoing nationwide labor shortage by inspiring the next generation of skilled workers — especially as major infrastructure projects and economic growth continue across Missouri and Kansas.
The event also emphasizes community impact, as proceeds typically support local nonprofit organizations focused on youth education, trade workforce development, and family services.
Organizers reinforce that the information and advice displayed in this story are those of individual sponsors and guests and not Nexstar Media Group, inc.
Dozer Day® continues to grow nationwide, becoming a celebrated annual opportunity to show families how construction is reshaping skylines and creating well-paid, durable careers.
For ticket information, volunteer details, or exhibitor opportunities, attendees are encouraged to visit the official event website and plan ahead to make the most of their time onsite.
Originally reported by Micah Manalo in Fox 4 News.
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