HELPFUL INFORMATION
Event Timeline
PARKING
NEW Location
Shuttle Route
Prohibited Items
PAYMENTS
Food Booths
Fireworks Show
SPONSORS
SPECIAL GUEST
#THEFUNSQUADRON
Event TIMELINE
DAY 1
Enjoy Carnival Rides, Delicious Foods, Drinks, Kid Zone, Static Display & More
Thursday, 3 July, 2025
1400 – Midnight
AWOLNATION CONCERT
Presented by Armed Forces Entertainment
Thursday, 3 July, 2025
from 2000
DAY 2
Enjoy Carnival Rides, Delicious Foods, Drinks, Kids Zone, Static Display & More
Friday, 4 July, 2025
1200 – Midnight
THE REVENGERS
Live Music
Friday, 4 July, 2025
from 1700
FIREWORKS SHOW
Gather with family and friends for a spectacular display that caps off the Freedom & Friendship Fest in unforgettable fashion
Friday, 4 July, 2025
at Dusk
WHERE TO PARK & SHUTTLE BUS INFORMATION
NORTH CHAPEL PARKING LOT
Attendees are welcome to park at the Northside Chapel parking lot for this year’s Freedom & Friendship Fest. For your convenience, please refer to the attached map for directions and shuttle pickup points to help you get to the event location with ease.
NEW LOCATION
FLIGHTLINE
Freedom & Friendship Fest will take place on the flightline, at Hangars 1 & 2. To help everyone get to the new venue easily, a shuttle bus service will be available throughout the event.
SHUTTLE ROUTE
A free shuttle bus service will be available to transport attendees to and from the Freedom & Friendship Fest. This convenient option ensures easy access to the event for everyone. Shuttle routes and schedules will be announced soon—stay tuned for more details!
All visitors are subject to search by Law Enforcement.
PROHIBITED ITEMS / VERBOTEN
NO DRONES / KEINE DROHNEN
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles are NOT permitted on the premises.
Unbemannte Luftfahrzeuge sind auf dem Gelände NICHT gestattet.
PETS / HAUSTIERE
Except service animals.
Ausgenommen Assistenztiere.
INAPPROPRIATE ITEMS / UNANGEMESSENE ARTIKEL
Bags must be smaller that 21” long, 10” wide, and 10” deep. No indecent clothing, signage, etc…
Taschen dürfen nicht länger als 53 cm, breiter als 25 cm und tiefer als 25 cm sein. Keine anstößige Kleidung, Beschilderung usw.
FLAMMABLE / UNSAFE | ENTZÜNDLICH / UNSICHER
Alles Brennbare, einschließlich Farbe und Party-Spirituosen. Auch Glas, Laserpointer, Lärmmacher, Drucklufthörner und alles, was die Strafverfolgungsbehörden als unsicher erachten, ist nicht erlaubt.
FOOD & BEVERAGES / ESSEN & GETRÄNKE
No outside food & beverages. Grills, coolers and containers are prohibited.
Keine Speisen und Getränke von außerhalb. Grills, Kühlboxen und Behälter sind verboten.
DRUGS & ALCOHOL / DROGEN & ALKOHOL
No illegal drugs or narcotics (including marijuana). No alcoholic beverages from outside. Beverages are available for purchase at the event.
Keine illegalen Drogen oder Betäubungsmittel (einschließlich Marihuana). Keine alkoholischen Getränke von außerhalb. Getränke können auf der Veranstaltung erworben werden.
FIREARMS / WEAPONS | SCHUSSWAFFEN / WAFFEN
No firearms, open or concealed carry. No Toys that resemble firearms. No other weapons including pocket knives, pocket tools, scissors, box cutters, batons (collapsible or otherwise), tasers, stun guns, mace and pepper spray.
Keine Schusswaffen, weder offen noch verdeckt getragen. Kein Spielzeug, das wie Schusswaffen aussieht. Keine anderen Waffen, einschließlich Taschenmesser, Taschenwerkzeuge, Scheren, Teppichmesser, Schlagstöcke (zusammenklappbar oder nicht), Taser, Elektroschocker, Tränengas und Pfefferspray.
RECREATIONAL ITEMS / FREIZEITARTIKEL
Skateboards, hover boards, scooters, carts, heelies, roller skates, roller blades, frisbees, sport balls, beach balls or any projectiles.
Skateboards, Hoverboards, Roller, Karts, Heelies, Rollschuhe, Rollerblades, Frisbees, Sportbälle, Wasserbälle oder andere Projektile.
RC/Scanner
No radio controlled (RC) cars, trucks, walkie-talkies, HAM radios or scanners.
Keine ferngesteuerten Autos, Lastwagen usw., Walkie-Talkies, Amateurfunkgeräte oder Scanner.
ALLOWED ITEMS / ERLAUBT
EVENT ESSENTIALS
Water Bottles, Sunscreen, Bug Spray, Hand Sanitizer, Rain Coat, Umbrellas.
Wasserflaschen, Sonnencreme, Insektenspray, Handdesinfektionsmittel, Regenmantel, Regenschirm.
PRACTICAL ITEMS
Cushion, Blanket, Camera, Phone
Kissen, Decke, Kamera, Telefon
PARENT PREP PACK
Hearing Protection, Stroller or Wagon for Kids, Baby Bottles, Diaper Bags.
Gehörschutz, Kinderwagen oder Bollerwagen, Babyflaschen, Wickeltaschen.
FOOD BOOTHS
Freedom & Friendship Fest, attendees can look forward to a wide variety of delicious food options from community-run booths. In past years, the festival has featured everything from tacos, pulled pork, and kebabs to schwenksteaks, loaded fries, and sweet treats like cotton candy. These booths are operated by officially chartered private organizations, offering not only great food but also supporting local fundraising efforts. While the full list of food vendors for this year is still to be announced, guests can expect a diverse selection of flavors that showcase the spirit and culture of the community.
PAYMENTS
This event is cash only for rides and certain food vendors. Card accepted at selected food vendors. Guests can use either euros or U.S. dollars for purchases. For added convenience, an ATM will also be available on the flightline to help ensure you have access to cash if needed during the event.
Fireworks Show
Friday, 4 July, 2025 @ Dusk
Freedom & Friendship Fest will end with a spectacular fireworks show that’s sure to light up the night sky in celebration of Independence Day. Bring your friends and family, find a good spot, and get ready for a breathtaking display of color and sound. It’s the perfect way to wrap up an exciting day of festivities and honor the spirit of freedom.
SPONSORS
A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors for their incredible support of Freedom & Friendship Fest. Your contributions help make this celebration possible, bringing our community together for a memorable and fun-filled event. We truly appreciate your partnership!
