Independence Day of the United States, also referred to as the Fourth of July or July Fourth in the U.S., is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence 241 years ago in 1776 on July 4 by the Continental Congress. It declared that the thirteen American colonies regarded themselves as a new nation, the United States of America, and were no longer part of the British Empire.
Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, and political speeches and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the National Day of the United States.
Many businesses like to show their appreciation of the military community during the Fourth of July holiday. Below is a list of some of the wonderful Military Appreciation Events throughout the country. Thank you for your service to our country. We hope that you have a safe and wonderful holiday!
Military Discounts and Freebies
For Fourth of July, 2018
Kings Dominion
Military Days at Kings Dominion Offering FREE ADMISSION For Active Duty, Retired and Veterans June 30-July 4th, 2018
Join us over the Fourth of July Weekend as we celebrate our independence with an event for the whole family! Kings Dominion will also pay tribute to our brave military service men and women – all active, retired and veterans with honorable or medical discharge get FREE ADMISSION to the park with a valid military I.D. or DD214 June 30-July 4, 2018! Head to the front gate and present your Military ID for Free Admission.
LEARN MORE about this Military Appreciation Weekend, Discounts & Events on MilitaryBridge!
Military Discounted Tickets For Military Family Members
There is also a special military discount for dependents over the Fourth of July Weekend of $32 off Front Gate Admission ($38.00) along with several other discounted opportunities.
Waves of Honor
This program offers any active duty military, reservist or National Guardsman ONE FREE ADMISSION each year and up to three direct dependents at the following Seaworld Parks & Entertainment Amusement Parks. The Waves of Honor offers are only available online. However, you can grab military discounted tickets to the parks at your local MWR/ITT offices.
Current Waves of Honor Offers
(1) Sesame Place
Sesame Place® is the nation’s only theme park based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street®.
Military Enjoy Waves of Honor at Sesame Place! Grab your Waves of Honor tickets with ID.me verification below!
(2) SeaWorld San Antonio
Whether you're a Texas local or on a family vacation, SeaWorld San Antonio has it all. From interactive touch pools to live shows, there is an animal experience for everyone. Get your Waves of Honor online ticket with ID.me verification below.
(3) Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Florida's theme park will thrill the entire family with Florida's best roller coasters, attractions, live shows & is home to more than 12000 animals. Grab your Waves of Honor tickets with ID.me verification below.
(4) Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Busch Gardens Williamsburg opens March 24th, 2018 for the season. Busch Gardens is a theme park located in Williamsburg, Virginia. Enjoy attractions for the whole family including rides, shows, animal encounters & more. Busch Gardens Williamsburg offers many wonderful Military Discount opportunities from Waves of Honor to their new Military Pass offering unlimited visits to Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, Christmas Town and more. Learn all the details of their military offers below!
(5) SeaWorld San Antonio Waves of Honor Veteran Discount
For your service and sacrifice, we thank and salute you.
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is proud of our military that serve, defend and protect our country along with American veterans who served and fought. For your courage, valor and sacrifice, we thank you. In addition to the current Waves of Honor complimentary program for active military, we are celebrating our heroes with a 30% discount on SeaWorld San Antonio Single Day Tickets for qualified service members and veterans. Grab this online offer with ID.me verification below.
(6) Sesame Place Veteran & Active Discount
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is proud of our military that serve, defend and protect our country along with American veterans who served and fought. For your courage, valor and sacrifice, we thank you. In addition to the current Waves of Honor complimentary program for active military, we are celebrating our heroes for bookings through December 31, 2018 with 50% off single-day admission tickets (off front gate price) for qualified service members and veterans. This offer can be redeemed from April 28 - December 31, 2018. Please check the operating calendars on the park’s websites for specific operating days and park operating hours. This offer is available to veterans and military members from U.S. only. This offer is available exclusively online or at participating military bases. This offer is not available at the front gate. Up to six (6) single-day admissions can be purchased.
Save 50% on single day admission (limit 6 admissions tickets per eligible individual, per visit)
Valid for qualified service members and veterans including active, retired, honorably separated officers and enlisted personnel of the U.S. military. Not available for purchase at the Sesame Place front gate. Offer available online only. Offer is valid through December 31, 2018. Some block out dates may apply.
(7) Water Country USA
There are several ways for Military members & their families to save in 2018.
Single Day Admission: Save $22 and enjoy one day at Water Country USA between May 19 – Sept. 9. To learn about other Military Offers for Busch Gardens Williamsburg & Water Country USA Click Here!
(8) SeaWorld Orlando
Waves of Honor complimentary admission permits any U.S. active duty military, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman to one complimentary admission per year to either SeaWorld®, Busch Gardens®, or Sesame Place® for military personnel and as many as three direct dependents. The offer is valid for one park and one visit only.
(9) SeaWorld San Diego
Waves of Honor complimentary admission permits any U.S. active duty military, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman to one complimentary admission per year to either SeaWorld®, Busch Gardens®, or Sesame Place® for military personnel and as many as three direct dependents. The offer is valid for one park and one visit only.
(10) Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Save $38 and enjoy one day at Busch Gardens between Mar. 24 – Oct. 28. Grab this offer and learn more about other offers available on the link below.
Click the links to learn more about the parks and register to receive and print your Waves of Honor ticket. Have fun and enjoy!
Waves of Honor (Veterans Offer)
Beginning May 24, U.S. veterans and up to three guests can get free admission to SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Antonio, SeaWorld San Diego, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Busch Gardens Williamsburg. The offer is available through July 4, 2018.
U.S. Veterans must redeem their Complimentary Single-Day Ticket(s) online at www.WavesofHonor.com. The offer is available online only and is not available at the front gate.
Since SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment started the Waves of Honor program in 2005, more than 9 million active military, veterans and their families have visited the parks for free. This represents an estimated investment of more than $300 million to support U.S. military and their families.
“The men and women who serve this country in the U.S. Armed Services are incredibly important, and we’re proud to extend our gratitude to these brave men and women and their families,” said John Reilly, interim CEO of SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment. “We hope this invitation to all veterans allows them to make incredible memories with their families at our parks.”
Learn more about the Veterans Wave of Honor Offer on MilitaryBridge!
Carowinds
Military Appreciation Days June 30-July 8, 2018 Offering Free Admission to Carowinds for Military Members Active, Inactive, and Retired!
Join us as we pay tribute to our brave military service men and women by offering FREE park admission to any active, inactive or retired United States Service men and women with a valid military I.D.
LEARN MORE about Carowinds and their Military Appreciation Days on MilitaryBridge!
ValleyFair
Military Days at Valleyfair in Minnesota Offering Free Admission For Military Plus Discounted Tickets For Up To 6 Immediate Family Members!
Valleyfair is honoring our hometown heroes with Military Days Fourth of July Weekend (July 1-4)
Any member of the armed service, active or veteran, will receive a free regular admission ticket into Valleyfair. Along with free admission, members of the military will be able to purchase discount admission tickets for members of their immediate family (maximum of six) at a special military discount price of $35.00 plus tax per ticket. A valid military ID must be presented at a Valleyfair ticket window to receive this offer.
LEARN MORE about their Military Appreciation Days on MilitaryBridge!
Minnesota Zoo
The Minnesota Zoo salutes our troops with Free Admission, Free Parking, and half-price admission for family members June 30-July8, 2018
Learn more here!
Kings Island
Offering Military Free Days July 1-4, 2018
Kings Island is offering free admission to active and retired members of the U.S military during the Fourth of July holiday, July 1 through July 4.
Military who qualify for the free admission ticket include active military, retired military, National Guard, veterans with honorable or medical discharge and Reserve Officers’ Training Corps with government issued ID. A valid military ID must be presented at Kings Island to take advantage of this offer.
In addition to free admission, military can also buy admission at a special price of $34 each for up to six family members at the park.
LEARN MORE about Kings Dominion and this Military Appreciation Event on MilitaryBridge!
LEGOLAND® FLORIDA RESORT
LEARN MORE about LEGOLAND® Florida Resort & Water Park Military Appreciation Offer on MilitaryBridge!
National State Park
Don't forget they offer a Free Annual Pass for U.S. Military.
LEARN MORE about this offer on MilitaryBridge!
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
FREE ZOO ADMISSION to any active, retired, or veteran personnel and their immediate family June 30 through July 8, 2018. Plus, a discount for Zoombezi Bay.
Military Appreciation offering FREE ADMISSION to the ZOO and Discounted Admission for Zoombezi Bay to all who have served and are serving including immediate family June 30-July 8, 2018!
LEARN MORE about this Military Appreciation Event!
Worlds of Fun
Worlds of Fun is Honoring the Military Community this Fourth of July with FREE ADMISSION!
Worlds of Fun wants to thank the men and women who have served and who are currently serving in our country’s military. Veterans of the American Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard receive complimentary admission to Worlds of Fun on the following holidays:
Armed Forces Day (Saturday, May 19, 2018)
Memorial Day (Monday, May 28, 2018)
Independence Day (Wednesday, July 4, 2018)
Labor Day (Monday, September 3, 2018)
Complimentary tickets are available for active duty, reserve, or retired military (with honorable or medical discharge) and government issued ID.
Veterans or active military members only will receive complimentary admission to Worlds of Fun, with the option to purchase up to six (6) discounted tickets for immediate family members.
Please present valid government issued ID at any ticket sales window located at the Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun main entrance in order to receive your free tickets for military service, and to purchase military discount tickets for immediate family.
LEARN MORE about Worlds of Fun and this Military Appreciation Event Here!
Brookfield Zoo
Free Admission for Military Personnel. To show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of the men and women in the United States Armed Forces, the Chicago Zoological Society is offering free admission to Brookfield Zoo to all active, reservist, and retired members of the military. Qualified personnel who present a valid ID at one of the zoo's admission booths will be admitted free of charge.
LEARN MORE about Brookfield Zoo Military Appreciation Offer!
Dorney Park (Pennsylvania)
MILITARY DAYS AT DORNEY PARK July 1-4, 2018
Dorney Park’s Tribute to the Armed Forces program will offer a free regular admission ticket to any active or retired military personnel Fourth of July (July 1-4). Military personnel who qualify for the discount include active military, retired military, National Guard, veterans with honorable or medical discharge and Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. Valid ID should be presented at turnstile for entry into the park.
Along with free admission, active and retired members of the military will be able to purchase discount admission tickets for members of their immediate family (maximum of six) at a special military discount price of $29. Purchase at the Dorney Park ticket window by presenting a valid Military ID July 1-4 or purchase online to take advantage of this offer.
LEARN MORE about Dorney Park's Military Days here!
Six Flags St. Louis
Six Flags St. Louis is Honoring the Military Community with FREE ADMISSION June 30-July 4, 2018 for Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Veterans and Retired with a Military ID. Plus, Military Families Will Receive Discounted Admission with a Military ID.
LEARN MORE about Six Flags St. Louis Fourth of July Military Appreciation Event here!
Colonial Williamsburg
Active duty receive one complimentary admission ticket per year (and as many as three direct dependents). Retired military and Veterans qualify for 50% discount on Single-day tickets or on Annual Passes for up to five direct dependents.
Colonial Williamsburg's Honoring Service Program Expands with Year-round Military Admissions Savings Current Military Personnel, Dependents to Qualify for Free Single-day Admission. This encompasses many other military discounts available at Colonial Williamsburg such as golf, lodging and more!
LEARN MORE about CW Military Discount Program on MilitaryBridge!
Blue Star Museums Program
Participating museums will offer FREE ADMISSION to all active duty military and their families from Memorial Day to Labor Day. There are many amazing museums a part of this program. Click Here to learn more.
LEARN MORE about participating Blue Star Museums on MilitaryBridge!
Blue Star Theatres Program
Each participating Blue Star Theatre is offering discounted or complimentary admission to all military personnel and their families, as well as veterans. Education programs and other theatre opportunities may be discounted as well. This is a year round program. There are currently 123 participating theaters with new theaters being added.
LEARN MORE about participating Blue Star Theatres on MilitaryBridge!
Birdies For The Brave
A national military outreach initiative dedicated to honoring and showing appreciation to the courageous men and women of the United States Armed Forces and their families. As a Birdies For The Brave Sponsor, Quicken Loans is proud to support complimentary and discounted Military Ticketing throughout the PGA Tour season.
LEARN MORE about Birdies For The Brave!
Military Tee Times
Offering Military Discounted Tee Times For Military World Wide!
Is proud to provide an easy way for all members of the United States Military to enjoy golf by offering exclusive savings on tee times at thousands of courses in the U.S. and worldwide. Military Tee Times operates with more than 8,000 course partners in several countries offering military discounts off select tee times.
LEARN MORE about Military Tee Times on MilitaryBridge!
Brides Across America
BRIDES ACROSS AMERICA CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE DAY BY GIVING AWAY FREE WEDDING GOWNS NATIONWIDE
BRIDES ACROSS AMERICA IS KICKING OFF OUR 10TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY AND WILL BE CELEBRATING BY GIVING FREE WEDDING GOWNS TO MILITARY AND FIRST RESPONDER BRIDES TO BE.
In honor of our national heroes, during the 2018 Independence Day celebration from July 2, 2018 – July 15, 2018, Brides Across America will deploy Operation Wedding Gown to honor our military and first responder brides-to-be with free wedding gowns nationwide. Events will kick off at participating salons and will offer a selection of designer wedding gowns some valued up to $6000. Sizes will range from 0-24. Brides will need to register for the upcoming events.
LEARN MORE about Brides Across America Operation Gown Giveaway on MilitaryBridge!
Expedia
Expedia has just announced their latest Military Offer available for a limited time (Offer ends July 31, 2018)
Big Savings for military families when you book Flight + Hotel Together. Save 25% or more on hotels deals, save 100% off flights when flights & hotels are booked together, and more! To grab this offer and learn more click here!
Under Armour
Under Armour is Celebrating the Military & Veteran Community with an Increased Military Discount for Fourth of July! For a limited time, Under Armour is Offering a 15% Military Discount for Active, Veterans and First Responders + Free Shipping on $60+. Shop their popular Country Pride line and learn more HERE!
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