OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. -- Air Force Entertainment Live Stage productions is bringing Patriot Fest to Offutt AFB on July 2. The event will take place on the parade grounds.
A Family Fun Zone with inflatable rides, carnival games, cotton candy and other activities will open at 4 p.m. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in the Family Fun Zone.
The Band Perry, John Michael Montgomery and Runway June will be performing, with the first band kicking off at 6:30 p.m. (Updated June 27)
Patriot Fest is free for all who have valid DoD identification cards. Guests are welcome, but they must be escorted on base by someone with a DoD ID.
There will not be any seating available, so bring chairs and blankets. Personal umbrellas and shade tents (no larger than 10’X10′) are welcome in identified areas. No tents will be allowed directly in front of the stage. Handicap accessible viewing is available around the gazebo.
Attendees may bring their own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Free water will be provided while supplies last. There will be food trucks and a beer tent with items available for purchase on site. Coolers and backpacks are allowed but may be subject to search by the 55th Security Forces Squadron.
Prohibited items/activities include:
Outside alcohol
Recreational drones
Glass containers
Smoking
Fireworks
Weapons (knives, firearms, stun guns, concealed weapons, etc.)
Illegal drugs
Pets or animals (except service animals)
Tailgating
There is not a backup location in case of inclement weather. Follow Offutt and 55th Force Support Squadron social media pages for the most up-to-date announcements.
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