The Citywide Open House is a free annual event in October where residents of Eden Prairie get an up-close and personal look at what it takes to operate a City of nearly 65,000 residents and 3,000 businesses.

Highlights include:

• Exhibits and demonstrations
• Public safety vehicles and equipment
• K-9 demonstrations
• Snow plows and other maintenance equipment
• Commercial Vehicle Inspection program
• Children's programs and activities
• Chance to meet McGruff the Crime Dog and Sparky the Fire Dog
• Giveaway items
• Refreshments