Freedom 250 unveils performance lineup for the Great American State Fair ahead of Semiquincentennial – One America News Network

May 27, 2026 Katherine Mosack US 0

(Background) Freedom250 hats and other souvenirs are seen for sale, during Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise and Thanksgiving, on the National Mall, on May 17, 2026 in Washington, DC. Leading up to the America 250 celebration later in the year, thousands gathered on the Mall for a day of scripture, testimony, and prayer organized by Freedom250. (Photo by Graeme Sloan/Getty Images) / (L) Vanilla Ice performs during halftime between the Chicago Bears and the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 16, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images) / (C) Flo Rida performs during the 12th Annual Allstate Party at The Playoff, hosted by ESPN & College Football Playoff on January 17, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images for ESPN) / (R) Martina McBride performs onstage during The Music of My Life: An All-Star Tribute To Anne Murray at Grand Ole Opry House on October 27, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images) — (Background) Freedom250 hats and other souvenirs are seen for sale, during Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise and Thanksgiving, on the National Mall, on May 17, 2026, in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Graeme Sloan/Getty Images) / (L) Vanilla Ice performs at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 16, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images) / (C) Flo Rida performs on January 17, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images for ESPN) / (R) Martina McBride performs at Grand Ole Opry House on October 27, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

OAN Staff Katherine Mosack
1:58 PM – Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Freedom 250 announced the lineup of entertainers slated to perform at the Great American State Fair to celebrate the 250^th anniversary of American independence.

On Tuesday, several musicians and more than a dozen military demonstrations were unveiled for the celebration.

The Great American State Fair will be held on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., spanning from the U.S. Capitol to the Washington Monument, from June 25^th through July 10^th.

“The celebration will unite and showcase all 56 U.S. states and territories in a single World’s Fair-scale event. This is an opportunity for visitors from across America to experience an unforgettable celebration of the people and traditions that define our nation. Our nation unites diverse states and territories to form the strongest country in the world,” the organization said.

The fair will also feature a 110-foot Ferris wheel, a newly refurbished Smithsonian National Carousel and hands-on activities for families to enjoy.

The musical and military performances announced thus far are as follows:

Music Artists

Country music singer-songwriter Martina McBride is set to perform on Thursday, June 25^th, the fair’s opening day. The launch day will celebrate American architecture, infrastructure and culture.

On Friday, June 26^th, which enshrines the American landscape and honors ranching and agriculture, C+C Music Factory, Vanilla Ice, Milli Vanilli and Young MC will perform.

The bands The Commodores and Morris Day and The Time are scheduled for Saturday, June 27^th. Themed after “the American Canvas,” Saturday will honor American writers, musicians, filmmakers, designers and visual artists.

Rapper and singer Flo Rida is anticipated to perform at the “Horsepower of America” themed celebration on Thursday, July 2^nd, showcasing “America’s love of power, speed and craftsmanship” from iron horses to modern machines.

Friday, July 3^rd, rock musician Bret Michaels will perform during the “Wings of Freedom” themed day.

Military Demonstrations

U.S. Marine Drum & Bugle Corps / Military District of Washington U.S. Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Corps
Army Downrange Rock / Military District of Washington Army Downrange Rock
Airmen of Note Jazz Ensemble / Military District of Washington Air Force Airmen of Note Jazz
Commanders-in-Chief’s Guard / Military District of Washington Commanders-in-Chief’s Guard
U.S. Army Fife and Drum Corps
Military District of Washington Air Force Max Impact
Military District of Washington MCCS Latin Jazz
Military District of Washington Air Force Singing Sergeants
Military District of Washington U.S. Coast Guard Brass Group
Military District of Washington U.S. Marine Corps Free Country
Military District of Washington Fife and Drums
Military District of Washington Commanders Color Guard
Military District of Washington Drill Team Spectacular
Military District of Washington U.S. Navy Jazz
Military District of Washington Current Country

JUST ANNOUNCED: The lineup for The Great American State Fair is here — and it’s bringing the hits. 🇺🇸🎶

Martina McBride, Young MC, C+C Music Factory, Vanilla Ice, Milli Vanilli, The Commodores, Morris Day & The Time, Flo Rida, Bret Michaels …and many more.

16 days. 56 states… pic.twitter.com/DJdypWJl3P

— Freedom 250 (@Freedom250) May 27, 2026

All 56 states and territories were invited to bring their own exhibitions and activities to the fair. General admission is free, according to organizers, though tickets are first-come, first-served and must be registered online.

FIRST LOOK 👀 Freedom 250 presents the Great American State Fair 🇺🇸

All 56 states and territories. One massive, World’s Fair–scale takeover.

June 25 – July 10, 2026. America’s biggest celebration of freedom. Don’t miss it. pic.twitter.com/MvTS1Zzuiy

— Freedom 250 (@Freedom250) April 16, 2026