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!

Schedule:

Monday, July 3rd, 2023

5:00pm to 10:00pm:

Concerts:

Various bands will play great music throughout the two-day event. All the concerts are free to attend!

Chisholm Trail Park:

- A live outdoor music show by the Hi-Fi Hillbillies takes place from 5pm to 8 pm
- Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is serving up FREE frozen custard at 6pm
- Irv Wagner’s Concert Band follows with an 8:30pm patriotic tribute to the U.S. Armed Forces.
- An awe-inspiring fireworks show at 10pm concludes the evening, which also pays tribute to American veterans. Not able to make it inside the park but still watching the show nearby? Tune into KJ103 on July 3 to enjoy the music that plays along with the fireworks.

Tuesday, July 4th, 2023

8:00am to 10:00pm:

7:30am: Cherry Bomb Triathlon at City Park

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.

Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Day of registration will not be available if registration is full.

Cherry Bomb Triathlon Registration

Contact Holly at 405-350-8937 for more information.

10:00am - 3:00pm: Car Show at City Park

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.

A live DJ performs from 10 a.m. to noon, then Overdrive Band continues with popular tunes from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The annual Hot Dog Eating Contest begins at 11:30 a.m. at the Car Show Stage, which is fun for both participants and observers.

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
Freedom Fest Car Show Entry Form

For more information about the Car Show, email [email protected]. You can also call 405-350-8937 if needed.

11:00am: Children’s Parade at City Park

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!

Freedom Fest Children's Parade Online Entry Form

For more information about the Children's Parade, call 405-354-8232.

12:00pm: Hot Dog Eating Contest at Chisholm Trail Park

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

For more information call Patrick Langley at 405-350-8920.

6:30pm - 8:00pm: Cornhole Tournament at Chisholm Trail Park Cornhole Court

Celebrate America’s lawn game and showcase your skills at Freedom Fest’s first Cornhole Tournament! Beginner or pro, all are welcome.

The tournament takes place July 4, from 6:30 p.m. and ends at 8:00 p.m., at the cornhole courts on the north side of Chisholm Trail Park. This is a recreational (non-competitive) event, and players call their own game.

Registration is $10 per two-person team. You may register online now or the day of,
from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The playing field, from board to board, is 40 feet long. The pitching area is from top of the board
to the end of the board. At the end of the board is the foul line. If crossed, points do not count towards score. For those twelve and under, pitching area may change.

A bag on the board is worth one point. A bag in the hole is worth three points. The first team to reach 21 points wins the match.

Freedom Fest Cornhole Tournament Registration

For more information about the Freedom Fest Cornhole Tournament, call 405-350-8937.

Food and Drink:

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.

Kid's Area:

There are several areas set aside for families with games, inflatables, a petting zoo, and much more!

Concerts:

Various bands will play great music throughout the two-day event. All the concerts are free to attend!

Chisholm Trail Park and Gazebo:

- A live Super Freak concert is scheduled from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Chisholm Trail Stage.
- Kids Crafts and Games open from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Also at 6:30 p.m.,
- visit the Cornhole area of Chisholm Trail Park and compete in the Cornhole Tournament! Free watermelon and ice cream is served at 7 p.m. by the City of Yukon, Yukon Mobile Meals and Yukon Friends of the Park.
- The Oklahoma City Philharmonic presents an outdoor patriotic concert at the gazebo at 8:30 p.m. A vibrant fireworks show begins at 10 p.m.  Watching the show from outside the park? Tune into 96.1 KXY on July 4 to enjoy the music that plays along with the fireworks.

Date: July 3 - 4, 2023

Time:

Monday: 5pm-10pm
Tuesday: 8am-10pm

Location:

Chisholm Trail Park, 500 W Vandament, Yukon, OK 73099.
City Park, 2200 S Holly Ave, Yukon, OK 73099.

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