Benld Fire & Rescue

10/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to support us last night at our 10th Annual Music Trivia night!

Congratulations to our winning teams, costume contest winners, and those who won the raffle baskets.

A special shout-out to our donors who contribute to this event every year!

Our $1000 Cash Raffle winner was present at the event - thank you to all who participated, even if you couldn't join us this year.

Be on the lookout for what's next for BFD in 2027 - our 120th year in service!

10/24/2026

🍂🍁 A FULL DAY OF FALL FUN IN DISTRICT 7! 🍁🍂

It’s a beautiful day for some fall fun, and we have a full day of activities planned throughout District 7! 🎃

Kick things off at Gillespie Lake! Join the Lake Department, Gillespie Fire Department, and a variety of vendors for a day filled with food, fun, and entertainment for all ages! Festivities begin at NOON!

🎼 Then, join us this evening at the Destefane Center in Benld for our 10th Annual Music Trivia Night!

Doors open at 6:30 PM, and Big Papa G will get the fun started at 7:00 PM!

👻 Costumes are encouraged, but not required! Come dressed to impress, ready to test your music knowledge, and prepared for a great night!

🎟️ We’ll have raffle baskets, opportunities to earn bonus points, and a $1,000 CASH RAFFLE to close out the evening!

From lakeside fun to a night of music, laughs, and friendly competition, there’s something for everyone today in District 7!

🍁 We hope to see you out and about enjoying this beautiful fall day with us! 🍂

10/21/2026

This Saturday!

10/07/2026

We're less than two weeks away from this year's Music Trivia night!

🧺 Raffle Baskets
🧙 Costume Contest
🎟️ $1000 CASH Raffle
🤓 Cash prizes for the winning Trivia Team

$100 Per table - Up to 10 person teams. Bring your own drinks, snacks, and lots of energy for an exciting night!

Cash Raffle tickets are $10 per ticket, sold by BFD Firefighters, or at the event if not sold out prior. Only 300 tickets will be sold, and our first 50 are already gone! Cash, Check, and Venmo accepted.

Contact 217-883-8390 to secure your spot or get your tickets today!

10/04/2026

We're set up & ready for you for the Fall Fun Day at Benld City Park!

🥩 BBQ Pork Chop Sandwiches
🌭 1/4 Lb Hot Dogs
🍟 Hand-cut French Fries

Sh***un Creek is warming up now, and Prairie Oak Craft Distillery LLC has their products available for tasting!

Don't forget - our $1000 Cash Raffle Sale starts today!
$10 per ticket, 300 total to be sold. Drawing is on October 24th at our Music Trivia Night. Winner need not be present.

It's a beautiful day to be outside; come see us at the park!

10/03/2026

Be sure to come see us today at Benld City Park for Party at the Park with the Benld Methodist Church!

FREE BIKES for kids at this event! 🚲

09/27/2026

Please join us next Sunday at the park for a Fall Fun Day with Prairie Oak Craft Distillery LLC!

09/22/2026

Burn Ban has been lifted!

As of 09/21/2026 @ 4:30 pm the Burn Ban has been lifted!

09/19/2026

Mark your calendars for our annual Music Trivia Night!

🗓️ Saturday, October 24th
📍 Destefane Event Center - Benld
⏰ Doors open at 6:30pm, Trivia starts at 7

We'll have raffle baskets, a 50/50 Drawing, a $1000 cash raffle, and for the the first time ever - A COSTUME CONTEST!

🎟️ Tickets for Cash Raffle are $10/ticket; 300 tickets will be sold. Tickets go on sale on 10/04 at the Fall Fun Day at Benld City Park. Please contact a BFD Firefighter for purchase after this date! Cash, Check, or Venmo available.

Pack your snacks & drinks, come dressed in your best, and we'll take care of the rest 🥇

09/16/2026

Effective 9/16/2026 a Fire Ban is in place for the entire Unit 7 Fire Protection District, until further notice