COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The National Infantry will host a free, family-friendly event honoring the U.S. Army's 250th birthday on June 14, 2025.

The museum will have military vehicles, bounce houses, food trucks, free movies, historical reenactors and more for families to enjoy. The event will also feature a cannon blast, hotdog eating contest sponsored by Frank's Alley and the Maneuver Center of Excellence Band.

The Friends of Army Aviation will offer “pay to fly” UH-1 Huey helicopter rides to attendees as well.

The rain or shine event will be on June 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The museum says this event will be in lieu of their annual July 4th Freedom Fest.

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