Independence Day Celebration

Independence Day Celebration

Get ready to celebrate 250 years of American independence in style! Join USAG Hawaii Family and MWR on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, for an unforgettable Independence Day experience filled with live performances, family fun, and patriotic pride.

The festivities kick off with an exhilarating aerial show, followed by the vibrant sounds of the 25th Infantry Division and 312th Army Band. The excitement continues with an opening performance by The Scooter Brown Band, leading up to a special headlining performance by Chris Young that will have the crowd on their feet. As the evening draws to a close, cap off the night with a breathtaking grand finale fireworks show... a spectacular tribute to this historic milestone.

The celebration doesn't stop there! Indulge in delicious food and refreshing beverages while enjoying inflatable bounce houses, exciting games, and lively character appearances.

This is more than just a holiday — it's a once-in-a-lifetime commemoration of America's 250th birthday. Don't miss it!

Here's the Schedule:

• 4:00 P.M. Event Begins to include an Aerial Show/Sky divers 

• 4:30 P.M. Patriotic Salute (25th Infantry Division & 312th Army Band)

• 6:00 P.M. CG Remarks

• 6:10 P.M. The Scooter Brown Band

• 7:30 P.M. Chris Young

• 8:45 P.M. 1812 Overture (25th Infantry Division & 312th Army Band)

• 9:00 P.M. Firework Show

* Schedule subject to change

As of June 09, it has been determined that this event will be open to All Authorized DOD ID Card Holders and their Sponsored Guests. 

* Access subject to change.

Important Information for Attendees

Security & Admittance

For your safety and the safety of others, all guests and their possessions are subject to inspection as a condition of admittance. Please have your bags open and available for inspection upon arrival. Military Police Officers reserve the final decision on all items brought into the venue. Intoxicated patrons may be denied admittance to the field.

Prohibited Items

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, the following items are not permitted:

• Glass bottles
• Tents and umbrellas (unless located within a purchased, permitted picnic space)
• Generators (restricted to food vendors in designated areas only — all other generators are prohibited)
• Pets (service animals are permitted)
• Skateboards, hoverboards, rollerblades, scooters, or bicycles
• Noise-making devices (e.g., speakers, boomboxes, air horns, drums, whistles)
• Illegal substances (including marijuana)
• Laser pointers
• Offensive or profane messages or images on signs and clothing

Weapons of Any Kind, including but not limited to:

• Firearms (with or without a permit)
• Pocketknives and/or multi-tools
• Pepper spray or mace
• Flares or fireworks

Drones of Any Kind, including but not limited to:

• UAVs, RPAs, or UASs

Thank you for helping us keep this celebration safe and enjoyable for all attendees!

Related Events:

250YR Merchandise Sale: AVAILABLE NOW, while supplies last.

• CLICK HERE to find a purchase location near you.

Meet and Greet Giveaways: Enter to win meet and greet passes! Click HERE for giveaway location and time!

Picnic Space Sale: SOLD OUT—but you're not missing out! Picnic spaces are claimed, but the open viewing area is front and center, ready and waiting for you. Come enjoy the evening!

MWR Facilities Hours of Operation:

• Coming soon

* hours subject to change

FOOD VENDORS:

• Coming soon

* Schedule subject to change

Mahalo to our 2026 Sponsors!

This celebration would not be possible without the generous support of our incredible sponsors. Please join us in thanking the following partners:

Grand Finale Fireworks Sponsor

• USAA

Opening Band Sponsor

• Ho‘ōla Nā Pua

Kids Zone Sponsor

• Island Palm Communities

Communication Sponsors

• Stars and Stripes
• iHeartMedia
• KSSK 92.3
• The Beat 93.9
• Fox Sports 990AM
• 102.7 Da Bomb
• HI93 Hawaii's Local Hits
• Dita Holifield's All American Events

Patriot Level Sponsors

• Hawaiian Electric Company
• Veterans First Home Improvements
• Telemynd
• Turning Point Chiropractic

Supporting Sponsors

• Mutual of Omaha
• Hawai'i Pacific University
• Spectrum
• First Command Financial Advisory
• University of Maryland Global Campus
• New York Life
• Touro University
• Ace Team Hawaii
• Pineapple Homes Hawaii
• Harosky Homes
• Team K2
• Hawaii Pacific Realty Group
• 808 Living
• Carousel
• 88 Tees
• Raising Cane's
• Coca-Cola Bottling of Hawaii
• Hale Keiki School
• Liliha Bakery
• Storybook Entertainment
• Tattoolicious
• Waikiki Dive Center
• Alaska Airlines
• Hawaiian Airlines
• SORB
• Para Commando
• AUSA

No U.S. Army endorsement implied.