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Freedom Fest
About
Yukon has a long-standing tradition of celebrating Independence Day with a blast. As always, admission is free! Several free live outdoor concerts are on the Freedom Fest agenda, as well as food trucks, contests, kids' activities, and more. Giant fireworks shows start at 10:00 p.m. on July 3 and 4, so bring your family, lawn chairs, or blankets and enjoy!
Date, Time, & Location
Monday, July 3rd, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 4th, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Chisholm Trail Park (500 W Vandament) and City Park (2200 S Holly Ave).
Festivities
Learn about some of the great things Freedom Fest has to offer below by clicking on a tab. For detailed information call Yukon Parks & Recreation at 405-350-8937!
Date & Location
- July 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- City Park
2200 S Holly Avenue
Yukon, OK 73099
About
Some of the best show cars in the area are on display at the Freedom Fest Car Show. Admission is free, and the competitor entry fee is only $20! The overall top 25 vehicles will be recognized.
Registration
Registration is available at the gate beginning at 8:00 a.m. only on July 4. Entrants may also enter online or download the Freedom Fest Car Show Registration Form to bring with them the morning of July 4.
Freedom Fest Car Show Registration
Contact Us
For more information about the Car Show, email showchair@okmustangclub.com. You can also call 405-350-8937 if needed.
Date & Location
- July 4 at 7:30 a.m.
- City Park
2200 S Holly Avenue
Yukon, OK 73099
About
The race is open to boys and girls between the ages of 8 and 13. Participants swim, bike, and run through Yukon City Park.
Start times are staggered. Eight and nine-year-old girls start at 7:30 a.m. and boys at 7:45 a.m. Ten and 11-year-old girls start at 8:00 a.m. and boys at 8:15 a.m. The 12 and 13-year-old girl and boy groups both start at 8:30 a.m.
Participants must check in at the Yukon City Splash swimming pool at least 30 minutes prior to their race start time. Entrants must have their own bike and must wear a helmet and shoes or aqua socks. No bare feet are allowed. Awards are given to the top three finalists in each age group.
Registration
Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Day of registration will not be available if registration is full.
Cherry Bomb Triathlon Registration
Contact Us
Contact Holly at 405-350-8937 for more information.
Date & Location
- July 4 at 11:00 a.m.
- City Park
2200 S Holly Avenue
Yukon, OK 73099
About
Spirited youngsters are invited to enter the annual Freedom Fest Children’s Parade. This dynamic event is coordinated by the friendly Mabel C. Fry Public Library staff and energetic volunteers. Registration for the Freedom Fest Children's Parade is FREE and available to all children age 12 and younger.
The parade course begins at City Splash Pavilion and circles around the sand volleyball court and pavilion. Parade categories include ages four and under, ages five to eight, ages nine through 12, and groups.
Participants should arrive by 10:45 a.m. for check-in and staging. Entrants line up, and the parade begins promptly at 11:00 a.m. The library staff lead the parade in playful costumes inspired by this Summer’s reading program: All Together Now.
Parking is available at Freedom Trail Playground or the Yukon Community Center.
Children are encouraged to wear patriotic costumes and boldly decorate their bikes, tricycles, wagons, pets, or floats with patriotic or other themes. No gasoline-powered all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) or motorbikes. An inspired description of the child’s parade entry is requested, which is read aloud as each child passes the judge’s stand.
All participants receive a goodie bag, and the top three entries in each category receive an additional award!
Registration
Advance registration is available online or at the library.
Freedom Fest Children's Parade Online Entry Form
Register at the Library:
1200 Lakeshore Drive
Yukon, OK 73099
Contact Us
For more information about the Children's Parade, call 405-354-8232.
Date & Location
- July 4 at 12:00 p.m.
- City Park
500 W Vandament
Yukon, OK 73099
About
Area residents ages 18 and over are invited to participate in the annual Hot Dog Eating Contest scheduled during Freedom Fest at the Freedom Fest Car Show.
Competitors are required to eat each hot dog with its bun. The location of the contest is the Freedom Fest Car Show Stage and should arrive at 11:30 a.m. The event provides great entertainment as the audience cheers on the contestants.
The winner receives the coveted “Top Dog Award Trophy” and a $50 gift card. Second place will get a $25 gift card and third place a $10 gift card.
Registration
Pre-registration is encouraged! There are only spots available for 12 participants.
Hot Dog Eating Contest Registration
Contact Us
For more information call Patrick Langley at 405-350-8920.
Date & Location
- July 4 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Chisholm Trail Park Cornhole Court
500 W Vandament Avenue
Yukon, OK 73099
About
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Registration
Freedom Fest Cornhole Tournament
Contact Us
For more information about the Freedom Fest Cornhole Tournament, call 405-350-8937.
Various bands will play great music throughout the two-day event. We will host such bands as Hi-Fi Hillbillies, SuperFreak, and the OKC Philharmonic. All the concerts are free to attend!
No need to bring food. A large variety of food and drink will be available for purchase from many notable food vendors. On the 4th, we will also give away free watermelon and ice cream in the evening prior to the firework show.
There are several areas set aside for families with games, inflatables, a petting zoo, and much more!
Sponsors
| YNB | Kirkpatrick Family Fund |
| Schwarz Paving | Wesco Insurance Agency |
| BancFirst | Yanda & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Services |
| Integris Canadian Valley Hospital | Oklahoma Natural Gas |
| 96.1 KXY | iHeart Media |
| BOK Financial | National Endowment for the Arts |