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Salute & Celebrate

Gather with us to honor those who serve, Salute & Celebrate in Downtown OWA!

November 8th & 9th, 2025

Join us in Downtown OWA on November 8th & 9th for Salute & Celebrate, a full weekend honoring our veterans and active military! Kick off the morning with a presentation of colors, the National Anthem, and a moving recognition of heroes on OWA Island. Then explore patriotic fun across Downtown, from thank-you note writing and the Wall of Honor to dog tag decorating, themed photo ops, and inflatable challenges inspired by military training. Stick around for a live performance from local bands playing classic rock, country, & patriotic tunes as we come together to salute those who serve.

Bring the whole family to celebrate, honor, and enjoy a day filled with pride, gratitude, and community spirit! Check out all the details below!

Win- Tropic Falls Military 4 Pack of Tickets

Feature yourself or a loved one on the Wall of Honor by sharing a story and photo for a chance to win a Military 4-Pack to Tropic Falls!

Schedule of Events

Saturday, November 8th

10:00 am: Presentation of colors by Foley High school JROTC on the OWA Island Stage

10:15 am: National Anthem performed by Roger Howard on the OWA Island Stage

10:30 am: Brief recognition speech & moment of silence for our fallen heroes on the OWA Island Stage by Endel Le

10:00 am – 4:00pm:

  • Classic American Treats throughout Downtown OWA
  • Thank you note writing at the Splashpad
  • Wall of Honor at the Downtown Fountain | Submit your photos and/or stories by November 5th to be featured!
  • Patriot Climb 16’ inflatable climbing wall – inspired Military training at the Splashpad
  • Face painting at the Sweet Tooth Flowerbed
  • Red, White & Clue: Scavenger Hunt starting at the Waffles R Wild Alcove
  • Decorate Military Dog Tags at the Native Treasures Alcove
  • Themed Photo Booth at the Sweet Tooth Alcove
  • Patriot Obstacle Course Challenge at the Native Treasures Alcove
  • Flags of Honor at the Downtown Fountain
  • Freedom Flyer Eagle pompom craft at the Splashpad
  • Banner of Thanks
  • Recruiting Station at the Flagpole

11:00 – 4:00 pm: Roger Howard will be roaming around Downtown OWA performing live music

2:00 – 4:00 pm: Live performance by Shrimp Shack on OWA Island

12:00 pm: Presentation of colors on the OWA Island Stage

12:15 pm: National Anthem performed by Roger Howard on the OWA Island Stage

12:30 pm: Brief recognition speech & moment of silence for our fallen heroes on the OWA Island Stage

12:00 pm – 5:00pm:

  • Classic American Treats throughout Downtown OWA
  • Thank you note writing at the Splashpad
  • Wall of Honor at the Downtown Fountain | Submit your photos and/or stories by November 5th to be featured!
  • Patriot Climb 16’ inflatable climbing wall – inspired Military training at the Splashpad
  • Face painting at the Sweet Tooth Flowerbed
  • Red, White & Clue: Scavenger Hunt starting at the Waffles R Wild Alcove
  • Decorate Military Dog Tags at the Native Treasures Alcove
  • Themed Photo Booth at the Sweet Tooth Alcove
  • Patriot Obstacle Course Challenge at the Native Treasures Alcove
  • Flags of Honor at the Downtown Fountain
  • Freedom Flyer Eagle pompom craft at the Splashpad
  • Banner of Thanks
  • Recruiting Station at the Flagpole
  • Roger Howard will be roaming around Downtown OWA performing live music
  • Live performance on OWA Island

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Live performance by Russell Craig Band on OWA Island

Promotions

  • Veteran’s Get In Free (Veteran’s Day Weekend Celebration) Promotion
    • Free Tropic Falls Day Pass for U.S. Veteran’s and Active-Duty Military with valid military ID. 

Only available for redemption in person at Tropic Falls. Free tickets are available for use on Saturday, November 8th and Sunday, November 9th only.

  • Veteran’s Day Weekend Friends & Family Promotion 
    • Enjoy a 25% discount on Tropic Falls Day Passes for U.S. Military Families and Friends Saturday, November 8th and Sunday, November 9th. 

November 8th, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm | November 9th, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Downtown OWA