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Lake Como’s 12th annual Freedom Festival November 14-16, 2025
The Lake Como Military Veterans Corps invites you and your family and loved ones to celebrate with us once again as we pay tribute to the courageous men and women of the armed forces who dedicated their lives to protect ours. We’ve got three days of fun-filled resort events planned for you, so make your plans now!
All U.S. and Canadian military members, veterans and one guest will be admitted free for this year’s Festival. As always, children under the age of 18 will be admitted at no charge. Come join the Lake Como community to celebrate our freedom and thank our veterans!
Lake Como’s Voices of Freedom Show
Friday, November 14th, 7 pm
Butt Hutt Deck
Join us for an unforgettable evening as Lake Como’s Voices of Freedom come together to honor the brave men and women who have served our country and allied nations. This special performance features stirring renditions of iconic wartime pop music hits—songs that once brought hope and comfort to soldiers on distant battlefields and to the loved ones who waited for them back home.
Through their powerful voices and heartfelt interpretations, these talented Lake Como vocalists will take the audience on a moving musical journey. Let the music of America’s wartime eras rekindle memories, celebrate courage and bring us all together during troubled times.
Come sing and dance with Lake Como’s Voices of Freedom as we celebrate this Veterans Day Weekend. Please arrive early to save your seat and get your favorite drinks from the bar before the show starts.
VETERANS PARADE AND MILITARY TRIBUTE CEREMONY
Saturday, November 15th, 10:30 am, Poolside
Bring your loved ones, pick your spot along the parade route, and let your smiles and cheers lift the spirits of our veterans! Led by Lake Como’s Bagpipe and Drum Corps, Honor Guard and Color Guard, our Veterans Parade will start at the Sandy Beach area and end Poolside where our Military Tribute Ceremony will begin.
This year’s ceremony features live performances of the U.S. and Canadian national anthems. Arrive early to save your seat at the pool!
Parade spectators are asked to line up on the road in front of the pool at 10:45 am. Veteran appreciation signs and flags to wave will be provided or bring your own!
CALLING ALL VETERANS!
Join the Parade
10 am – Coffee and Donuts
Sandy Beach Area
All military members and veterans are encouraged to walk in the parade. Wear your uniform or patriotic pride attire if you wish. Please come to the Sandy Beach area and look for the canopy with complimentary coffee, donuts and bottled waters. You’ll receive your Parade Orders there.
Wheelchairs and scooters are welcome and assistance will be provided for anyone who needs it. Join us and let the crowd show you their appreciation!
11th annual Freedom Festival November 9, 2024 - Parade & Tribute Ceremony photos by Lee
Please consider making a contribution to K9 Partners for Patriots – Restoring independence to veterans through the healing power of service dogs – https://k9partnersforpatriots.com – or to the veterans’ charity of your choice.
2023 Parade & Tribute Ceremony photos by Tim & Lee
2023 Freedom Festival Voices of Freedom Concert photos by Lee
2022 FREEDOM FESTIVAL PHOTOS
2022 Veterans’ Parade & Tribute Ceremony (photos by Annamarie)
2022 Dan Lyman Memorial Charity Golf Tournament (photos by Tim)
2022 Voices of Freedom Concert (photos by Andrea)
Veterans Charity Beneficiary 2015 to 2022: Tampa Crossroads Athena House & Tampa Crossroads Veterans Assistance Center.
Charity beneficiary 2014: Pasco County Standdown