FreedomFest: A 4th of July Celebration at the Museum

On Friday, July 4, 2025, enjoy a day at Arlington's new National Medal of Honor Museum filled with red, white, and blue patriotic festivities, live music, immersive exhibits, family-friendly activities, and delicious summertime favorites served up from the grill.

The event runs 10am to 8pm, with last entry at 7pm. The day’s lineup of featured programming such as live music, special remarks, and an incredible performance by the Arlington Chorale will be held from noon to 3pm.

Event Highlights:
-Enjoy lawn games with friends and family
-Kids can enjoy hands-on activities featuring patriotic crafts and interactive museum challenge
-Families can participate in the Scavenger Hunt Challenge that will take you through the museum on a mission to uncover real stories of valor and sacrifice.
-Live local music throughout the day
-Special appearance by the Arlington Chorale performing inspiring American classics
-Classic cookout favorites: smoked brisket sandwiches, juicy special recipe hamburgers, sizzling American wagyu sausage hot dogs, and more
-Remarks by Chris Cassidy, CEO of the National Medal of Honor Museum reflecting on freedom, service, and the spirit of Independence Day. (Cassidy will also be the grand marshal in the Arlington parade that morning)
-Dive deeper with a VIP Guided Tour (additional fee) or see if you have what it takes by stepping into a Huey helicopter rescue mission in "Dustoff to the Rescue," a VR Experience (additional fee.)

Ticket required: FreedomFest: A 4th of July Celebration is included with general admission to the Museum. Food is not included and will be available for purchase. Select experiences may require additional fees.

About the National Medal of Honor Museum:
The museum hosted its grand opening in March 2025. Both the Museum and Monument will stand for generations as permanent reminders of the love of country and sacrifice exemplified by the United States Armed Forces, the patriots who earned our highest military honor and their legacies of service which will inspire millions to find the hero within themselves.

The National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation is a nonprofit educational organization that preserves the extraordinary stories of individuals who reached the highest levels of recognition, “above and beyond the call of duty,” in service to the nation. The Museum will inspire current and future generations about the ideals of courage and sacrifice, commitment and integrity, citizenship and patriotism; to help them understand the meaning and price of freedom; and to encourage them to embrace their responsibilities as citizens in a democracy. Learn more at mohmuseum.org.

Looking for a July Fourth party closer to home? Find more Independence Day festivals with fireworks here and more family fun events every day of the week at dfwchild.com/calendar.