Santee Fire Service District

Chief Barnett and a few of the fire fighters performing some community outreach to one of our local daycare centers, Wright’s Daycare Center located 1821 Bonner Avenue! Congratulations Graduates, from YOUR Santee Fire Department!

The Santee Fire Department would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the patrons, vendors, and supporters who came out and braved the rain to make the 2nd Annual Santee Fire Department Barbecue Festival such a success. Your support, dedication, and community spirit truly shined through despite the weather, and we are incredibly grateful for everyone who participated, served, and celebrated with us. Events like this would not be possible without the commitment of our amazing vendors and the continued support of our community. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year for an even bigger and better festival!

A special thanks to the Santee Fire Department Development Board, the Santee Fire Commissioners and last but not least our dedicated Fire Chief Edward Barnett Jr and ALL our firefighters! See you next year!

$15.00 per barbecue plate to support your Santee Fire Department. Each plate includes chicken or chopped bbq, hash and rice, baked beans, Mac cheese roll and a drink….see you at the festival!

BRING THE CROWD! We are getting ready for your FESTIVAL ENJOYMENT!

This is the 2nd Annual Santee Fire District BBQ Festival
Event Date : 02 May 2026 Start Time : 1030hrs am Until 1900hrs
Location :194 Brooks Blvd, Santee SC 29142
Parking: $5 per vehicle

Registration Type
* Food Truck - $150
*Vendor (10x10 booth) - $75
*BBQ Cook-Off Contestant- $150
*Nonprofit/ Community Organizations- $75
*Other-
For the BBQ competition- Ribs & Chicken provided by the Festival:

First Prize $1500.00
Second Prize $1000.00
Third Prize $750.00
If you need more information, please send your email 📧 and we will send you the registration form. If you need more information please feel free to reach out to us. Thank you.

Robert Smalls-803.974.5417
Brian Capers-803.974.0051

It is important for your Santee Fire Department to have a good working relationship with the South Carolina State Fire and the state fire marshal’s office because it ensures better coordination in enforcing fire codes and safety regulations. This partnership helps with consistent training, inspections, and investigations, improving overall fire prevention efforts. The state fire marshal’s office can provide additional resources and expertise during large-scale emergencies or complex fire investigations. A strong relationship also ensures accurate reporting and data sharing, which supports statewide fire safety planning. Ultimately, this collaboration helps protect lives, property, and ensures communities are better prepared for fire-related emergencies. Pictured (from left to right) Commissioner Gordon, Chief Barnett, Assistant State Fire Marshal Nathan Ellis and Commissioner Robert Smalls

Some members of The Santee Fire Department in attendance at the SC Fire-Rescue Conference 2025 presented by the South Carolina Firefighters Association. These type of events are important critical platforms for growth, safety, innovation and unity. They help to keep departments up to date, connected and ready to serve communities more effectively. Pictured are (left to right) Commissioner Gordon, Chief Barnett, FF Robinson, FF Riggins and Commissioner Robert Smalls.