The Great American State Fair kicked off at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday and, as expected, the sights and sounds were something extra special to behold ahead of the country's official 250th anniversary.
We'll start off with some overall views and the flyovers, which were ahhhmazing:
America is so back! 🇺🇸@Freedom250 pic.twitter.com/Nx3EWrAAoU
— Secretary Doug Burgum (@SecretaryBurgum) June 25, 2026
FLYOVER: FOUR F-35 LIGHTNING II FIGHTERS JUST FLEW OVER THE KICKOFF CELEBRATION FOR THE GREAT AMERICAN STATE FAIR 🇺🇸 🦅 pic.twitter.com/Dm0BhOrIOy
— Freedom 250 (@Freedom250) June 25, 2026
Another flyover at the National Mall
— Brick Suit (@Brick_Suit) June 25, 2026
B-2 and 4 F-35 pic.twitter.com/JVLECfLTI9
🇺🇸 @Freedom250 @townhallcom pic.twitter.com/VZyAHO3eqs
— Storm Paglia 🇺🇸 (@storm_paglia) June 25, 2026
Ahead of the president’s remarks tonight on the National Mall at the Great American State Fair - four F-35A Lightning II conducted a flyover: pic.twitter.com/j8DcSVGziK
— Cassie Semyon (@casssemyon) June 25, 2026
B-2 SPIRIT JUST SOARED OVER THE NATIONAL MALL pic.twitter.com/uqmLWUZHtL
— Freedom 250 (@Freedom250) June 25, 2026
F-16 Viper Demo Team flyover Great American State Fair kickoff on the National Mall pic.twitter.com/HNsKyOaj8y
— Lucas Tomlinson (@LucasFoxNews) June 24, 2026
There was also the flag display to honor the 50 states:
SEE IT: The Great American State Fair opens with a patriotic display honoring all 50 states. pic.twitter.com/RsUZkxkKM8
— Fox News (@FoxNews) June 24, 2026
The music was, of course, patriotically themed and faith-based:
Opera singer Christopher Maccio and Master Gunnery Sgt Kevin Bennear sing "Hallelujah" at The Great American State Fair
— The Post Millennial (@TPostMillennial) June 24, 2026
Incredible performance ❤️🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/iWtnaJFOdR
US military band beautifully performs "My Country Tis of Thee" at The Great American State Fair in Washington, DC ❤️🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/9ZpjLkoO2z
— The Post Millennial (@TPostMillennial) June 24, 2026
The Marine Band just played Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue prior to President Trump's speech to open the Great American State Fair. pic.twitter.com/Jjbt0vhErC
— Greg Price (@greg_price11) June 24, 2026
🚨 JUST NOW: FBI Director Kash Patel's partner Alexis Wilkins performs the NATIONAL ANTHEM at the kickoff of the Great American State Fair, ahead of President Trump's attendance
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) June 24, 2026
🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/PuwN3G7W7p
HAPPENING NOW: Grammy winning singer Lee Greenwood introduces President Donald Trump to the stage at the Great American State fair cementing the kick off of America250 celebrations until the record breaking July 4th Firework Display. @rowena_ortiz_ | @TPUSA pic.twitter.com/hhOgEsBsP0
— FRONTLINES TPUSA (@FrontlinesTPUSA) June 25, 2026
And after President Donald Trump took to the mic, he talked about the greatness of the "hottest country" - America, the significance of its 250th anniversary, touted some of his accomplishments as president, and referenced some of the events that would take place during the course of the fair and beyond:
The crowd at Freedom 250 event erupts in “USA!” chants the moment President Trump walks up to the podium.
— Overton (@overton_news) June 25, 2026
After Lee Greenwood finished performing “God Bless the USA,” the energy in Washington, D.C. was absolutely electric.
Trump pumped his fist in the air and smiled as the… pic.twitter.com/UbSbnJvu1b
President Trump: “Tonight, as we stand on the edge of our 250th year of independence, I am thrilled to declare that America is back.” pic.twitter.com/Omm0ZXDgN9
— NEWSMAX (@NEWSMAX) June 25, 2026
Tonight, right here on our National Mall, we are beginning the most unforgettable birthday party any country has ever seen.
This evening, it is my honor to officially kick off the celebration with The Great American State Fair.
From today through July 10th, this event will showcase all 56 states and territories. There will be military flyovers, special performances, patriotic music, high tech demonstrations, unique exhibitions, a FIFA Fan Zone, and even an old-fashioned Rodeo.
Then, on July 4th, we will have the greatest show of all on the National Mall as we ring in our 250th year with the largest fireworks display in world history. We will set an official world record, with 100x more fireworks than the typical July 4th.
Then, in August, we will have the Patriot Games — a first-of-its-kind competition featuring the greatest high school athletes from across the United States.
And soon thereafter, we will have the Freedom 250 Grand Prix here in Washington D.C.
.@POTUS: Tonight, right here on our National Mall, we are beginning the most unforgettable birthday party any country has ever seen.
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) June 25, 2026
This evening, it is my honor to officially kick off the celebration with The Great American State Fair.
From today through July 10th, this event… pic.twitter.com/bsRSaO1O2V
TRUMP: “There has never been anything like the United States of America, and together we are making it bigger, stronger, and far more exceptional than ever before.” pic.twitter.com/zInM7Mh9XG
— Conservative War Machine (@WarMachineRR) June 25, 2026
.@POTUS: In 1776, our Founding Fathers met in Philadelphia and changed the world forever and ever with the Declaration of Independence. They proclaimed the eternal truths that we are endowed by our Creator with rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. We are all… pic.twitter.com/WWjYaDHJCa
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) June 25, 2026
.@POTUS: "Just like those patriots of 1776, over the past 17 months, we have taken power back from the far-off political class... We have reclaimed our sovereignty, regained our liberty, restored our prosperity, and we have saved our country. In all things, we are once again… pic.twitter.com/xGSKRAuLNg
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) June 25, 2026
It would not have been complete without Trump dancing to the song "YMCA":
President Trump did his YMCA dance at the end of the launch for the Great American State Fair for American 250. This is going to be the most fun summer in DC! 🏃♀️🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/0shs3NL642
— emily miller (@emilymiller) June 25, 2026
President Trump breaks into his signature dance as the U.S. Marine Band plays "Y.M.C.A." at the conclusion of the Great American State Fair kickoff on the National Mall.
— Fox News (@FoxNews) June 25, 2026
The event marked the start of the weeks-long America 250 celebration, honoring the nation's upcoming 250th… pic.twitter.com/fe8mQoneQz
Our country is one of a kind - there will never be another one like it. The same can be said of our president. May God bless them both.
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