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Trump to kick off Great American State Fair as 250th anniversary celebrations take over National Mall

Trump to kick off Great American State Fair as 250th anniversary celebrations take over National Mall

Ambassador Monica Crowley discusses the Great American State Fair, set to transform the National Mall in Washington D.C. from June 25 to July 10. Celebrating America's 250th anniversary, the 16-day event will feature pavilions from all 50 states. six territories, a 110-foot Ferris wheel, traditional games, and rodeo competitions, aiming to unite the country.

PresidentDonald Trumpwill kick off the Great American State Fair Wednesday evening as part of celebrations surrounding the nation's 250th anniversary.

"President Trump promised thegreatest 250th birthday celebrationin American history,. Freedom 250 is proud to help deliver it for the American people," Freedom 250 CEO Keith Kranch told Fox News Digital.

"This celebration is about what makes America exceptional—our freedom, our faith, our optimism, and our people. We are honored to welcome President Trump as he helps kick off these historic festivities tomorrow. begin a nationwide celebration of our Nation’s 250th birthday," Krach added.

The fair brings together all 50 states and six U.S. territories for a national celebration stretching from theCapitol to the Washington Monumentfeaturing military flyovers, musical performances and civic programming. Trump announced he will deliver remarks after a handful of musical artists pulled out of their musical performances. turning the bash into a "Make America Great Again Rally."

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Organizers describe the Great American State Fair as a modern-day World's Fair celebrating America's 250th anniversary.(Aaron Schwartz/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

The event is scheduled torun from June 25 through July10. 2026, celebrating patriotism to bring together the nation for a celebration of unity.

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U.S. President Donald J. Trump watches the UFC lightweight championship fight during the UFC Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn at the White House on June 14. 2026 in Washington, DC(Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)

Trump’s anticipated remarks follow his signature last week on a Memorandum of Understanding with Iran. launching a 60-day negotiating period aimed at preventing Tehran from ever obtaining nuclear weapons capability.

The world’s fair-scale event will have pavilions touching on five national themes: Made in America, American Heartland,American Innovates, The American Canvas,. Faith & Family.

There will also be a 110-foot Ferris wheel and the refurbished Smithsonian carousel for families to enjoy.

Rending of 110-foot ferris wheel coming to National Mall for "Great American State Fair."(Freedom250)

The U.S. has hosted over two dozen variations of the world’s fair since first hosted inPhiladelphiain 1876, according to the State Department.

Freedom250, the nonpartisan group helping coordinate thebroader America250 effort, said the fair will feature food, games, exhibits. themed attractions designed to showcase the country’s culture, history and innovation.

Ashley J. DiMella reports on politics for Fox News Digital.

Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-kick-off-great-american-state-fair-250th-anniversary-celebrations-take-over-national-mall

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