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 4 PM through Gate 2.

Access to the Polo Field begins at 5 PM. 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 (Juiicy Soul Kitchen • Real Yybz • Snowie Express • Poly HuliHuli Rib Chick • Mexiasian Fusion • Food 2GO • Tactical Lemon • Jimmy Bag of Donuts • Dippin' Dots • Kona Ice • Redbone Indian Tacos • Taste N Love • Nothing Bundt Cake • The Big Lemon OKC • Newmans Fire House BBQ • Filipino StreetFood • Mi Luz Mexican • Vic's Jollof • Mo Mo's Kitchen • Comanche Burger Co. • QTe'a Boba • Pupuseria La Migueleña • Chippy's Coffee Co)
• Vendor Booths

Family Activities: 

• Picnic-style games

• Potato sack races

• Egg toss

• Tug-of-war

• Hot dog eating contest

Main Stage • 7:30 PM
Meet at the front of the stage by 7:15 PM
Open to the first 10 participants to sign up

• Apple pie eating contest

South Side of the Polo Field • Next to the Kids Games • 8 PM
Meet at the BOSS Tent by 7:45 PM
Open to the first 10 participants to sign up

• 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.

  Bring apple pies to the Polo House rear door between 6 and 8 PM
  Judging begins after 8:30 PM
  Winner announced on the Main Stage after 9 PM

PREFERRED SEATING TICKETS - The sale ended on June 26, 2 PM. The information below is provided for details only.

• Preferred Seating area and venue opens at 5 PM
• Live entertainment & activities begin at 6 PM
• Catered meal served at 7 PM
• 1 free drink
• Access to an exclusive bar
• Preferred parking
• Reserved seating with great views

Parking will be at the Fort Sill Polo Club and will open at 3:30 p.m. Come in through Key Gate West.

Menu:

Brisket Sliders

BBQ Burnt Ends

Smoked Ham & Pineapple

Smoked Potatoes

Stuffed Jalapeño Dip

Smoked Cheese

Marinated Cucumber & Tomatoes

Coleslaw

Roasted Corn Salad

Pickle & BBQ Bar

Cobbler Cups

Limited edition Freedom Fest T‑shirts:

T‑shirts are available for $20. You can purchase by scanning the QR code on the flyer to access WebTrac, clicking the “Register Now” button at the top of the page, or buying one at the event.

Know Before You Go:

There will be road closures for Freedom Fest that will affect resident movement, especially for those living in Patriot Estates. Residents are also invited to attend the event. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Parking

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

• You do not need a visitor pass to enter and park in the Gate 2 parking area.

• A valid photo ID is required. It does not need to be a Real ID; a state‑issued ID is sufficient for anyone 16 years of age or older.  

• Gate 2 opens at 4 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.
• Cameras, tablets, and empty water bottles (to fill at our Water Buffalos for free) are permitted. Blankets are also allowed.
• Coolers and similar containers are NOT allowed. 
• Outside food and drink are NOT permitted inside the gates. Refreshments and food are available for purchase.
• Empty water bottles to fill onsite at our Water Buffalos for Free
• Collapsible wagons and strollers are allowed
• Beer is served only to patrons displaying alcohol wristbands, obtained at the event entry point.
• No weapons are permitted, including pocket knives, knives of any type, Leatherman tools, and similar items.
• By Federal Law, cannabis or recreational drugs are NOT permitted on Fort Sill.
• No drones, drugs of any type.
• No laser pointers, glass objects, 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.
• MAPA, GoLawton, Regroup, or text “Join Lawton Events” to 31002 to receive notifications about upcoming events.

Special thanks to the Title Sponsor and Partner Sponsor of this year’s Freedom Fest: 

Title Sponsor: 

Partner Sponsor: 

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

No federal endorsement intended.