4TH OF JULY FREEDOM FEST
Sponsored by
TUESDAY JULY 4
4 - 9 p.m.
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM
It's the biggest party of the year. Join us for a celebration of America's birthday with music, FIREWORKS and tons of other festivities!
Open to DoD ID cardholders and their sponsored guests. Please note there are restrictions on bags, purses & other personal items authorized inside the event. View the FAQ tab below.
We will have the ONLY FIREWORKS on the actual 4th of July to end the evening after the concert, and one of the best fireworks show on the island, period!
Schedule TBD *Schedule of events subject to change without notice.
ACTIVITIES at WARD FIELD
Live Entertainment 4:30 - 8:45 p.m.
in partnership with NEX:
4:30 p.m. Jasmin Nicole
5:45 p.m. Chante
7:30 p.m. Johnny Suite
FREE Activities from 4 - 8:45 p.m.
Petting Zoo sponsored by ASYMCA
Knockerball
Balloon Twisting
Airbrush Glitter Face Painting
Car Show & Shine
4 - 7 p.m. on the asphalt of North Road near Ward Field, sponsored by Circuit Hawaii*
Got a car you'd like to exhibit at our show? Sign up here,
Festive food and beverages available for purchase:
- Kettle Corn
- Dippin Dots (Ice Cream)
- Olay Thai
- Jeramiah's Island Fusion (Chicken, Ribs, Steak)
- Bueno Burrito (Burritos, Tacos, HuliHuli Chicken)
- Sabor Mexican (Birria Tacos)
- HNL Poke (BBQ Plate Lunches)
- MCCS Hawaii (Teri Chicken, Teri Beef, Poke)
- Tradewinds (Burgers, Sausages, Lemonade)
NOTE: Credit cards will be accepted for all sales. Limited amount of vendors may accept cash.
AWESOME GIVEAWAYS
Enter to win big prizes!
Prizes include:
TBD. Look for announcements in June!
For safety and security reasons, the following items are not allowed at the event:
No professional cameras/ video recorders or recording
Purses larger than a clutch bag (7" x 5")
Glass containers, coolers, outside food and beverage (including water)
All bags to include backpacks, briefcases, fanny packs and cinch bags (Quart ziploc bag authorized 7" x 8")
(Diaper bags are permitted for formula, bottles, snacks, water, and changing supplies for infants ONLY. Please note that the bags will be searched.)
Umbrellas or luggage of any kind
Weapons of any kind and blades
Pets and animals with the exception of a service animal
Tents, sun shades and any chair taller than 32"
*No official endorsement intended
Important Event Information
Parking is available throughout the base. With main lots to include: Avenue D, Parking lot D, Mike Pier, and Bravo Pier
Please parked within marked stalls and follow all posted signage, as applicable.
Q: How can I pay for food & drinks?
A: Food & Drinks can be purchased using a credit card or cash. Note: Cash is recommended due to limitation on credit card sytems due to high volume
Q: Will there be ATM’s
A: ATM lines may be long so it is advised to bring cash with you ahead of time. ATMS will be located: On Ward Field, in the Bloch Arena parking lot, Kona Winds, and at the NEX Fleet Store. Lines may be long, it is advised to bring cash with you to the event.
Q: Can I bring food & drink?
A: Food and drink is not allowed inside the event. Food will be available for purchase in the Bloch Arena Parking Lot. Drinks will be available in the lot and on Ward Field. Please see our full list of prohibited items.
Q: What if I have kids, can I bring their diaper bag and food & drinks?
A: Diaper bags are permitted for formula, bottles, snacks, water, and changing supplies for infants ONLY. Please note that the bags will be searched at entrance to Ward Field event.
Q: Are strollers permitted?
A: Strollers are permitted throughout the event sites.
Q: I want to see the concert. Can I bring my kids to the concert area?
A: You are welcome to bring your family to the concert area. Please note however, that it is a concert so it may be crowded, have high volume levels, and attendees will be in a "party" mood.
Q: Are pets allowed?
A: No, pets are not allowed at the event, with the exception of qualified service animals.
Q: Can I bring a tent or grill to the event?
A: No, tents and grills are on the prohibited items list. Please see our full list of prohibited items.
Q: Will there be shuttle buses?
A: No shuttle bus will be available.
Q: Where do I enter to win the prizes?
A: More information on giveaways coming soon!
Q: Do I have to be present to win the prize drawings?
A: Yes, you do need to be present to win. You also need to be a DoD ID cardholder, 18 years or older and not an MWR employee. For the larger prizes (to be announced), you must also be a U.S. citizen.
For safety and security reasons, the following items are not allowed at the event:
- No professional cameras/ video recorders or recording
- Purses larger than a clutch bag (7" x 5")
- Glass containers, coolers, outside food and beverage (including water)
- All bags to include backpacks, briefcases, fanny packs and cinch bags (Quart ziploc bag authorized 7" x 8")
- (Diaper bags are permitted for formula, bottles, snacks, water, and changing supplies for infants ONLY. Please note that the bags will be searched.)
- Umbrellas or luggage of any kind
- Weapons of any kind and blades
- Pets and animals with the exception of a service animal
- Tents, sun shades and any chair taller than 32"
Maps coming soon!
