Freedom Fest 2026

Lawton • Fort Sill Freedom Fest 2026

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at the Lawton • Fort Sill Freedom Fest on June 27 from 5–10:30 PM at the Fort Sill Polo Field. This annual community celebration features live entertainment, family activities, food, shopping, and a spectacular fireworks and drone show. Gates open at 5 PM through Gate 2.

Music and activities begin at 6 PM

Live Entertainment:

• 145th Army Band
• The Country Jamm Band
• Deejay Hybrid

Evening Highlights:

• Salute to the Union
• Fireworks
• Drone Show

Eat & Shop:

• Food Trucks
• Vendor Booths

Family Activities: 

• Picnic-style games

• Potato sack races

• Egg toss

• Tug-of-war

• Hot dog eating contest

• Apple pie eating contest

• Additional family-friendly activities

Apple Pie Bake‑Off:

Think you bake the best apple pie in Southwest Oklahoma? Enter the Apple Pie Bake‑Off and put your skills to the test.

Limited edition Freedom Fest T‑shirts:

T-shirts are available for $20. Scan the QR code on the flyer to purchase through WebTrac or click the "Register Now" button at the top of the page. 

Know Before You Go:

Parking

• General admission entry is at Gate 2 on Post Road.

• Gate 2 opens at 5 p.m. 

• Directions to Gate 2:

  • From Lawton: Take I‑44 North to Exit 40B, then follow Rogers Lane West to Post Road.

  • From Chickasha or Elgin: Take I‑44 South to Exit 40C.

• A valid State‑ or Federal‑issued ID is required for all attendees age 16 and older.

• All vehicles are subject to random checks.

Handicapped Parking

• Available for DoD ID card holders with a valid handicapped parking permit.

• Handicapped guests without a DoD ID must obtain a visitor pass from the Visitor Welcome Center (T6701 Sheridan Road) before the event.

Health, Safety & Security Guidelines

• Personal belongings are subject to search at the event entry point. No backpacks.
• Small purses and bags no larger than 5” x 8 “ are allowed. Anything larger must be in a clear bag and no larger than 14” x 14” x 6”.

• Each member of a family, including children, will be able to carry an approved clear bag and a small purse. 
• Coolers and similar containers are NOT allowed. 
• Outside food and drink are not permitted inside the gates. Refreshments and food are available for purchase.
• Beer is served only to patrons displaying alcohol wristbands, obtained at the event entry point.
• No weapons are permitted. (Includes small knives, Leatherman tools, etc.)
• By Federal Law, cannabis or recreational drugs are NOT permitted on Fort Sill.
• No professional cameras, recording devices, drones, laptops, iPads, or tablets. 
• No laser pointers, glass, fireworks, or Frisbees.
• No pets except service animals.
• Unruly behavior will not be tolerated.
• Military Police will staff the event to maintain safety and security.

Special thanks to the Title Sponsor of this year’s event: 

Your support helps make Freedom Fest possible for the Lawton–Fort Sill community!

No federal endorsement intended.