Lake Elsinore Hosts Inaugural Firefighters BBQ

Free community event celebrates local fire department and raises funds for burn survivors.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 9:51am

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A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration featuring a firefighter's helmet repeated in a grid pattern, conceptually representing the community appreciation and fundraising efforts of the Firefighters BBQ event.The Firefighters BBQ in Lake Elsinore celebrates the community's local heroes while raising funds for an important cause.Lake Elsinore Today

The City of Lake Elsinore and the local CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department are partnering to host the inaugural Firefighters BBQ, a free family-friendly event on May 2nd at Launch Pointe. The afternoon will feature activities like firefighter games, interactive kids' activities, equipment demonstrations, and raffles to express gratitude to the dedicated firefighters who protect the community and raise funds for the Burn Institute, a nonprofit supporting burn survivors.

Why it matters

The Firefighters BBQ is an opportunity for the Lake Elsinore community to come together and show appreciation for their local fire department, which plays a vital role in public safety. The event also supports the important work of the Burn Institute in empowering burn survivors and educating the public on fire prevention.

The details

The Firefighters BBQ will take place on Saturday, May 2nd at Launch Pointe in Lake Elsinore. The event will feature a variety of engaging activities, including firefighter competitions and games, interactive exhibits for kids, demonstrations showcasing rescue equipment, and raffles. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Burn Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting burn survivors and promoting fire safety education.

  • The Firefighters BBQ will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026.

The players

City of Lake Elsinore

The local government of Lake Elsinore, California, which is partnering with the fire department to host the Firefighters BBQ.

CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department – Lake Elsinore

The local fire department that serves the Lake Elsinore community and is collaborating with the city on the Firefighters BBQ.

Burn Institute

A nonprofit organization that provides support services for burn survivors and promotes fire safety education, which will be the beneficiary of funds raised at the Firefighters BBQ.

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The takeaway

The Firefighters BBQ is an opportunity for the Lake Elsinore community to show their appreciation for the local fire department's vital role in public safety while also supporting the important work of the Burn Institute in assisting burn survivors and educating the public on fire prevention.