Independence Day at RAF Feltwell

To celebrate America's Independence Day, military members and their families from RAFs Feltwell, Lakenheath and Mildenhall, as well as local British citizens, enjoy a traditional fireworks demonstration held at RAF Feltwell, England July 4, 2008. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Tracy L. DeMarco)

RAF Feltwell to host July 4th events

Published June 26, 2009
By Staff Reports
100th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

RAF LAKENHEATH, England -- The 48th Fighter Wing will host an American Independence Day celebration July 4 at RAF Feltwell.

Gates open to the public at noon and close after the fireworks display, which will begin at 10 p.m. Area road delays are expected due to the number of visitors in the area.

One of the major highlights of the day will be a live performance of Tops in Blues, an active-duty U.S. Air Force special unit made up of talented Airmen selected for their entertainment abilities. The variety show will include pop, R&B, country and Latin music and starts at 8:30 p.m.

Other events, shows and booths include:
Carnival rides
Game booths
Kids play area
Car show
Birds of prey demonstration
Martial Arts demonstration
American Southern Barbecue

Animals, with the exception of those for the disabled, will not be allowed
into the festival area.

For security reasons, all items being brought into the festival area will be
searched before the owner can proceed past the entry point. For a list of
items that can and cannot be brought into the festival area, call the 48th
Fighter Wing Straight Talk Line at 01638 522 900.