Freedom Fest

*Non-DoD ID cardholders, without a DoD sponsor in the vehicle, must register online before entry. While it is no longer required, due to limited parking spaces around the event area, the general public is encouraged to use DuPont Gate, park at the satellite parking area and take the shuttle to the event site.

Access Requirements Video

Visitor pre-registration link

Event Code: RN922PW0 

Questions about access to the event? Please email usarmy.jblm.imcom.list.des-aie@army.mil

Join us for Freedom Fest at JBLM! On Saturday, June 28, revel in a day full of pre-Fourth of July festivities at Cowan and Memorial Stadiums.

First up, the Freedom Wheels Auto Show, will be steering crowds toward automotive admiration. Displayed through 5:30 p.m. at Memorial Stadium, cars and motorcycles brought in from community members will vie for coveted awards, which will be announced later in the afternoon.

Freedom Fest attendees can also expect roving entertainers such as juggling clowns and balloon artists, carnival rides, food trucks, vendor booths, free bounce houses and on-stage entertainment. On the kids’ stage, you’ll find it tricky to hold back your “oohs and aahs” during the magic show and have plenty of fun during the interactive game show. On the main stage, take in live music including performances by America’s First Corps Band and the event’s headliner band, Hunter Hayes. 

Carnival
The carnival is back! They'll have eight to ten major rides, as well as six kiddie rides and two game booths. 

Freedom Wheels Auto Show
Memorial Stadium
1–5:30 p.m. 

Auto Show Entry Form

Headlining: Hunter Hayes

Multi-instrumentalist and platinum-selling artist Hunter Hayes is an embodiment of the type of musician that embraces change and strives to rewrite the rules. After debuting on the scene with a platinum-certified album, Hayes has charted his own path, moving from his country roots into the genre-bending world that he was destined for. On his album, Red Sky, the singer-songwriter is executing at the highest level of his musical career: crafting memorable melodies and instantly catchy hooks albeit with a top-notch musician’s discerning ear. His music is both a reflection of his influences, and a product of his prodigious multi-instrumental talents, reflected by the fact that he plays every instrument on his records. The Louisiana native has garnered over 2 billion on-demand global streams since the release of his debut album, along with six gold and platinum-certified singles. In addition to his legendary headlining shows, Hayes has also toured with superstars like Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, and has headlined sold-out shows across the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With over 50 award nominations and wins, including five GRAMMY© nominations, Hayes is just getting started.

Note: There are no chairs available for the concert, please bring your own lawn chair if needed (one per person).

10 p.m. DRONE SHOW

10:15 p.m. FIREWORKS 

PARKING | SATELLITE PARKING

Access Information

Non-DoD ID card holders, ages 18 and older, attending the event without a DoD ID card holder sponsor in the vehicle must be vetted online prior to attending the event. Shortly after submitting the form, you should receive a text message confirming or denying your access to the event. The driver’s license used during submission will become your Freedom Fest event pass, valid for the event only. Visitor Pre-Registration Link. Ages 17 and under do not need to be added to your online registration.

Attending with your family? A separate registration for each individual is not necessary. You can add your other attendees to your registration, by hitting “Add Attendee.”

All adults 18 years and older will have their Real ID scanned at the gate prior to admission to the event. (Ages 16 & 17 must show school ID.)

NEW THIS YEAR: Due to the Real ID Act, an enhanced WA state driver’s license/ID, or other approved identification, will be required to access the Freedom Fest event.

Foreign nationals will require a DoD ID card holder sponsor and must stop at the Visitor’s Center before proceeding to the event.

While riding the shuttle bus to the event site is no longer required for the general public, parking is limited around the event. Due to this, we will offer free rotating buses from the DuPont Gate satellite parking area to the event site. After enjoying the event, return to the bus drop-off point and catch the bus back to your vehicle. 

Questions about access to the event? Please email usarmy.jblm.imcom.list.des-aie@army.mil

Sponsored by:

Joint Base Lewis-McChord is a U.S. government federal installation.

All military and/or civilian personnel attending any Garrison-sponsored special events are prohibited from possessing any of the following items or engaging in illicit activity:

PROHIBITED ITEMS:

• ILLEGAL DRUGS or DRUG PARAPHERNALIA: This includes, but not limited to, marijuana, marijuana concentrate, nonprescription drugs, needles, smoke pipes, rolling papers, etc.
• FIREARM(S): This also includes, but not limited to, airsoft guns, BB/pellet guns, or toy guns.
• AMMUNITION, PYROTECHNICS, OR EXPLOSIVE/INCENDIARY DEVICES
• KNIVES, TOOLS, OR OTHER SHARP OBJECTS: This includes, but not limited to, razors, throwing stars, multi-tools, box cutters, utility knives, etc.
• CHAINS, STUDS, OR SPIKES
• BRASS (METAL) KNUCKLES
• SLING SHOT
• CLUBS, BATONS, SLUNG SHOTS, OR SANDBAG/SAND CLUB: This includes, but not limited to, nunchakus, asps, or any blunt object that can be swung to injure a person or animal.
• PERSONAL PROTECTIVE SPRAY: This includes, but not limited to, pepper (OC) spray, mace, or any aerosol or chemical irritant intended to incapacitate a person or animal.
• TASERS or STUN GUNS: This includes, but not limited to, any energy device that uses an electric current, shock, or impulse to incapacitate or immobilize a person or animal.
• LASER POINTERS
• OUTSIDE FIREWORKS, FIRECRACKERS, OR SMOKE BOMBS
• OUTSIDE ALCOHOL or OTHER INTOXICANTS/INHALANTS
• GANG ACTIVITY OR GANG PARAPHERNALIA: This includes, but not limited to, clothing, jewelry, hand signs, or other symbols.
• DRONES, FLYERS, KITES, OR RADIO/REMOTE CONTROLLED EQUIPMENT
• PETS: Exception - Service Dogs (vest and leash required). Emotional Support Animals (ESA) do not have the same access rights as Service Dogs.

PERMITTED ITEMS:

• WATER: Water in store-bought, unopened/sealed clear plastic bottles, empty refillable drink containers, and empty hydration pack (i.e., CamelBaks) are allowed. 
• STROLLER, WHEELCHAIRS, ETC: Wheelchairs, walking aids, strollers and wagons are allowed. Strollers cannot exceed 31” x 52” and wagons cannot exceed 19” x 33”.
• BABY ITEMS: Baby food, milk/formula, strollers, diaper bags are allowed. 
• SERVICE DOGS: Only medical service dogs (harnessed and leashed) are allowed. Emotional support animals are not considered service animals.

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