Celebrating america's 250th birthday
FREEDOM
fest
Saturday June 27, 2026
Celebrate Americas 250th birthday with one of the biggest summer nights on the farm!
Enjoy live music, patriotic contests, family activities, delicious food, and a spectacular fireworks show presented by Bellino Fireworks.
Bring your lawn chairs, gather your family and friends, and spend an unforgettable summer evening making memories under the Nebraska sky.
Event Highlights
Firework Show by Bellinos
Live Music By Colten Wyatt Band
Face Painting, Airbrush Tattoos, Balloon Artist
Inflatable Water Slide , Foam Party, & More!
Schedule Of Events
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Bubble Party
Location: Garden Patio
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
KnockerBall
Location: Next to Haystack Pavillion
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cotton Candy Food Truck
Location: Next to Garden Pavillion
11:30 AM
Turtle Race
Location:
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Facepainting & Airbrush Tattoos
Location: U-Play Event Space
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Balloon Twisting
Location: U-Play Event Space
1:00 PM
Hot Dog Eating Contest
Location: U-Play Event Space - Main Stage
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Inflatable Water Slide
Location: Haystack Pavillion Green Space
4:30 PM
Pie Eating Contest
Location: Haystack Pavillion
5:30 PM
Little Patriots Parade
Location: U-Play Events Space
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Mocktail Bar
Location: U-Play Event Space
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Colten Wyatt Band
Location: Main Stage
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Foam Party with Foamaha
Location: Next to Haystack Pavillion
7:30 PM
Pie Eating Contest
Location: Garden Pavillion
9:50PM
Firework Show
Location: East Of Farm
Little Patriots Parade
Bring your decorated wagon, stroller, bike, scooter, or ride-on toy and join us for the Little Patriots Parade at Freedom Fest!
Dress in your best red, white, and blue and march through the farm in a fun patriotic celebration.
Participation
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No registration required
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All ages welcome
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Wagons, strollers, scooters, bikes, and ride-on toys encouraged
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Decorations must be family-friendly and securely attached
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Winners for Most Patriotic, Most Creative, and Crowd Favorite!