GREAT BEND - The Great Bend Fire Department has officially opened ticket sales for its 50/50 raffle and is inviting the public to its third annual Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Great Bend Events Center.
Tickets for the 50/50 raffle run $5 per entry and can be purchased now until the Extravaganza by contacting the fire department at (620) 793-4145 or emailing [email protected]. The winner of the 50/50 raffle does not have to be present at the Extravaganza to win. All proceeds benefit the fire department’s social and charity fund which provide scholarships, Christmas presents for those in need, honor flights to veterans and donations to organizations such as Kans 4 Kids.
"This event helps our social and charity fund give back too many local organizations throughout the city," said GBFD Engineer/AEMT Skyler Edwards. "Without this fundraiser, these donations would not be possible, so we really appreciate all who participate in our 50/50 raffle and come out and support our Extravaganza. We are excited and look forward to hosting another successful event this year."
Doors open for the Extravaganza at 5 p.m. beginning with a social hour and cash bar serviced by Dry Lake Brewery. Tickets for raffle prizes will be also available to purchase for $1 each during this time. Boots Style BBQ will serve dinner at 6 p.m. where attendees will have their choice of pulled pork, pulled chicken or brisket to dine on with sides of cheesy potatoes and green beans. Live music will begin at 7 p.m. with the Colorado Keys Dueling Pianos playing until the end of the night.
Tickets for the event run $40 per person and can be purchased online or at the door. Attendance is capped at 600, so buying ahead of time is advised to secure a spot.
For those interested in purchasing a whole table, please contact [email protected] for sales and availability. A table for 10 is $500 and a table of eight is $400 which includes special incentives such as priority in the food line, $10 in free raffle tickets and a free advertisement out of appreciation.
There is no dress code, but recommended attire includes ugly Christmas sweaters or matching Christmas pajamas. Formal wear is also welcomed.
For any additional questions regarding the Holiday Extravaganza, please contact GBFD at 620-793-4140.