ENNIS FREEDOM FEST - SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 2024
DOWNTOWN ENNIS
Saturday, June 29
8:00am-12:00pm: Downtown Ennis Bluebonnet Market
9:30am: Parade Line up
10:00am: Red, White and Bike Parade
Deck out your bike, scooter, wagon etc. and join us for the Red White and Bike Parade through downtown Ennis and historic tree-lined neighborhoods.
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Award Categories:
Best Under 6
Best Family
Most Patriotic
Veteran's Memorial Park (2301 Ennis Pkwy.)
Saturday, June 29
The MOST BEAUTIFUL FIREWORKS DISPLAY IN ALL OF TEXAS
6:00pm: Gates open with free kids activities including rock climbing, paddle boats, inflatables and more, music, food, treats and more!
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7:30pm: Live music by the 80s Gadgets!!
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The Fireworks show begins at dark powered by Pyrotecnico but you must be in Veterans Park to see it!
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Shuttle service is available for FREE from Lions Memorial Stadium (1405 W. Lake Bardwell Drive) beginning at 5:45 p.m. until conclusion of the event.
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No tents/canopies, no outside alcohol, we don't recommend you bring pets due to the fireworks. Coolers will be subject to search.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do we sign up for the Red, White & Bike Parade?
A: All you have to do is show up to the Minnie McDowal Park (119 N Dallas St.) at 9:30am on June 29th to participate in the parade! The parade begins at 10am.
Q: Will there be prizes for the bike parade?
A: Yes, there will be 3 prizes given out for Best under 6, Most Patriotic, and Best Family.
Q: Can we take coolers into Veterans Park for the party at the park?
A: Coolers are allowed but outside alcohol is prohibited. Please do not bring your own alcohol into the park. There will be a beer garden inside of the park. Feel free to bring blankets and chairs for seating.
Q: Where do I park?
A: FREE Shuttles are available. You can park for free at Lions Memorial Stadium (1405 W. Lake Bardwell) and hop onto the shuttle. Shuttles will run beginning at 5:45pm. Parking near the park is limited. There will be a fee based parking benefitting Ennis Give a Kid a Chance and Ennis Cares in the general vicinity.
Q: Is there an admission fee?
A: Ennis Freedom Fest does not have an entry fee. Kids activities are free. Food and beer is available for purchase.
