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About the FREEDOM Celebration
A TIME TO CELEBRATE FREEDOM!
Join us for a vibrant Freedom Celebration on Thursday, July 3, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, hosted by First Baptist Church of Anderson and the City of Anderson! Bring your family and friends to "THE FIELD" on HWY 207 (beside Family Dollar/Dollar Tree) as we come together to honor the liberties we cherish as Americans and the spiritual freedom found in a
personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE:
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America's 250th Birthday - July 4, 2026
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City of Anderson's 200th Anniversary
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FBC Anderson's 125th Anniversary
FOOD, FUN, GAMES & ACTIVITIES
FOOD TRUCKS ON-SITE
No need to plan dinner, we will have a variety of food trucks on-site, offering delicious, freshly prepared meals at affordable prices. Just bring some cash and enjoy!
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More food trucks to be announced soon!
ACTIVITIES, GAMES, AND FUN FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES!
Kids of all ages will love the giant slide, bounce house, obstacle course, and tons of fun games and activities.
"CRUISIN' FOR CHRIST" CAR SHOW
IN MEMORY OF J.C. PHILLIPS AND LYNN BURGESS
Stroll through an impressive display of classic and restored cars and trucks at our Freedom Celebration. Celebrate the American tradition of automotive pride and craftsmanship!
ENTER YOUR CAR OR TRUCK TODAY!!!
LIVE MUSIC
AWESOME LIVE MUSIC!
Get ready for a fantastic musical experience at this year’s Freedom Celebration featuring the Sipsey Falls Band! North Alabama’s top country band will deliver your favorite country hits from the 80s and 90s. Follow them on Facebook and YouTube to learn more!
FIREWORKS SHOW
ENJOY THE GRAND FINALE!
Our Freedom Celebration will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display! Bring lawn chairs or a large blanket (and some bug spray) to relax and enjoy the show. Take a moment to thank God for the freedoms we cherish as Americans.
HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES
EVER BEEN UP IN A HOT AIR BALLOON?
Experience a thrilling hot air balloon ride over Anderson, Alabama, at our Freedom Celebration! Southern Balloon Journeys will offer free tethered rides, lifting you and your family 50 to 100 feet above the Anderson skyline for an unforgettable view.
BECOME A VENDOR OR SPONSOR
WE COULD USE YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT!
We would love to have local businesses and organizations from around the community get involved by becoming a "Freedom Celebration Vendor" or by providing financial support as a "Freedom Celebration Sponsor."
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2026 SPONSORS NEEDED!
ORDER YOUR FREEDOM CELEBRATION T-SHIRT TODAY!
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HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THE FREEDOM CELEBRATION?
If you have questions about the Freedom Celebration, please contact First Baptist Church of Anderson at 256-247-3871 or e-mail our pastor Heath Harrelson.