Due to the forecasted weather for Saturday, July 18th, Orange County’s Freedom Fest 250 is postponed until Saturday, July 25th.
Orange County’s Freedom Fest returns Saturday, July 25, with a full day of free family fun, live music, Revolutionary War reenactors, a Kids Zone, Bubble Bus, Battle of the Bands, food and craft vendors and a spectacular fireworks and drone show finale at Thomas Bull Memorial Park in Montgomery. This year’s celebration will also honor America’s 250th anniversary, bringing history, patriotism and community pride.
Gates open at 2 p.m. at Thomas Bull Memorial Park, 211 Route 416, Montgomery. Freedom Fest 2026 highlights include:
Local high school student bands will take the stage beginning at 2:30 p.m. Performers include Chaos in the Kitchen from Garage Music School, Common Ground from School of Rock, and the New York School of Music House Band from New York School of Music.
Revolutionary War reenactors will bring history to life beginning at 3 p.m. and continuing throughout the day, with a break from 5-6 p.m.
Families can enjoy free children’s activities, including coloring, sensory activities, bounce houses, and carnival-style games (played just for fun and bragging rights). The Bubble Bus will bring high-energy fun to the Kids Zone beginning at 3 p.m.; a family-friendly magic show will begin at 5 p.m.
The popular country-rock band Black Dirt Bandits will perform originals and covers beginning at 6:30 p.m. The evening will conclude at dusk with a patriotic fireworks and drone show.
Food vendors and craft vendors will also be on site throughout the event. Parking is free. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs, food, and non-alcoholic beverages. Glass containers, pets, sparklers and pop-up tents are not permitted. The rain date is Saturday, July 25.
For more information and event updates, visit tinyurl.com/OCNY-FreedomFest2026. Learn more about America 250 celebrations in Orange County, NY at ocny250.com.