Fort Knox is celebrating the nation’s 249 years of independence with a Freedom Fest celebration, a Salute to the Nation ceremony and a fireworks spectacular on Brooks Parade Field. The celebration will begin at 6 p.m. and feature bounce houses, family activities, games and live music from The Bottle Trees Band. The Salute to the Nation ceremony, which will begin at 9 p.m., will include the traditional firing of 51 cannon rounds – one for each state and one for the six U.S. territories. The day’s activities will culminate with a fireworks spectacular at about 10 p.m., courtesy of Fort Knox’s Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for festival-style seating. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase.
All events are free and open to the public. Directional signs will guide visitors to the event venue once on post. Coolers, backpacks, and bags are subject to inspection. No pets or personal fireworks are permitted at this event. Visitors coming from off post should enter through the Chaffee (main) Gate and follow direction signs to Brooks Parade Field. Those who do not already possess an installation pass should go to the Visitor Center, located adjacent to the Chaffee Gate, and present a REAL ID or valid driver’s license with approved supplemental documentation to obtain pass.
For more information go to https://knox.armymwr.com/view-event/freedom-fest-25/6887345/99441.