Freedom Fest 2004 brings fireworks, fun to KMC


***image1******image2***The 435th Services Squadron invites the KMC to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend at Freedom Fest 2004.
It’s an opportunity to celebrate freedom and remember those who fought for that freedom, and those who are currently protecting it.
Freedom Fest activities include: live entertainment, carnival rides, specialty food vendors, KMC Idol, youth activities and more.
The events begin at noon July 2 and end with a spectacular fireworks display July 4 at dusk, followed by live music in the fest tent.
Check out the schedule below for a complete list of daily activities – Freedom Fest offers fun for the entire family.
Remember all autos need to be removed from the Ramstein Bowling Center parking lot before Saturday for Freedom Fest setup. Autos can return to the lot July 5.
The Harmon Gate will be open for outgoing traffic after the fireworks display July 4 to ease the traffic flow.
People can listen to to AFN Kaiserslautern Z100.2, pick up the July issue of Spotlights or visit the 435th SVS Web site at https://wwwmil.ramstein .af.mil/435abw/435msg/435svs/default.asp for more Freedom Fest information.

July 2
Bash-a-Car for a Buck
noon to 5 p.m.

• Exchange New Car Sales Show

Inflation Station – Bouncy castle, face painting, arts and craft, children’s activities
noon to 8 p.m.

Specialty foods
noon to 10 p.m.

Carnival rides
noon to 2 a.m.
Laser Tag – Strap on a laser vest
1 to 8 p.m.

American Forces Network live remote
2 to 6 p.m.

Carnival rides reduced prices (Friday only) (12 and younger)
3 to 6 p.m.

Liberty Teen Tent – Entertainment and more
3 to 11 p.m.

Variety disc jockey in the Fest Tent
KMC Idol-Initial Competition, Main Field Stage (fest tent as weather back-up) hosted by “Mike in the Morning” and guests, with live music by Cull Brew
6 to 9 p.m.

“Don’t Drink and Drive” Courtesy Cars
6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

“Nuisance” (Rock band)
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

July 3

5K Freedom Family Fun Run – (begins at Northside Fitness Center)
8 a.m.

Firecracker sand volleyball tournament
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Chiefs vs. Eagles softball
11 a.m.

Bash-a-Car for a Buck
noon

• Exchange New Car Sales Show
noon to 6 p.m.

Inflation Station – Bouncy castle, face painting, arts and craft, fun-filled children activities
noon to 8 p.m.
Specialty foods
noon to 10 p.m.

Carnival rides
noon to 2 a.m.

Laser Tag – Strap on a laser vest
1 to 8 p.m.
The Colossal Cookie Challenge – sign up in advance at the Ramstein Community Center
1 p.m.

Kids Floor Show with Sumo wrestling in the fest tent
2 to 3:30 p.m.

NASCARdboard Races – sign up at the Ramstein Community Center
3 p.m.

Liberty Teen Tent – Entertainment and more
3 to 11 p.m.

“CIZE” (Alternative Rock) in the fest tent
4 to 6 p.m.

Adult Show with Sumo wrestling in the fest tent
6 to 7:30 p.m.

“Don’t Drink and Drive” courtesy cars
6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Me and the Heat (variety show band) in the fest tent
8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

July 4

Firecracker sand volleyball tournament
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Bash-a-Car for a Buck
noon to 5 p.m.

• Exchange New Car Sales show
noon to 6 p.m.

Inflation Station – Bouncy castle, face painting, arts and crafts, and children’s activities
noon to 9 p.m.

Specialty foods
noon to 10 p.m.

• Variety disc jockey in the fest tent
• Carnival rides
12 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Laser tag – Strap on a laser vest
1 to 8 p.m.

Brass Machine (variety show band) in the fest tent
1:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Harley Davidson ride-in show
2 to 5 p.m.

Liberty Teen Tent – Entertainment and more
3 to 11 p.m.

Military Working Dog demonstration
5 to 6 p.m.

KMC Idol final competition and live music by “Cull Brew”
6 to 8 p.m.

“Don’t Drink and Drive” Courtesy Cars
6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Renee Walker (variety band) in the fest tent
6:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Fireworks show (time approximate)
10 p.m.

Me & the Heat (variety show band) in the fest tent
11 p.m. to 2 a.m.