07/16/2026
🇺🇸⭐WE HAVE RECEIVED ZERO ENTRIES!!! ⭐🇺🇸
Gun Barrel City, WHERE YOU AT?!?!?!?!
As we celebrate America 250, we're looking for one incredible Veteran, Active-Duty Military Member, or First Responder to perform the National Anthem during our July Fest celebration on Saturday, August 1, 2026 ("July 32"), just before the fireworks and before Pat Green takes the stage. Winner receives two tickets to bring guests!
Eligibility:
🇺🇸 Veterans
🇺🇸 Active-Duty Military
🚓 Law Enforcement
🚒 Firefighters
🚑 EMS Personnel
Contest Rules:
• Must live within a 25-mile radius of Gun Barrel City, Texas.
• Submit a current, unedited MP4 video of yourself singing the National Anthem to [email protected]
If you experience any trouble with this, call the GBC community Center @ 903-887-0616
• Begin your video by stating your name, where you live, your branch of service or agency, and say:
"I can't wait for Gun Barrel City's JulyFest 2026!"
• MP4 attachments only— no links, please.
• Deadline EXTENDED TO: SUNDAY, July 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
• Serious entries only.
🗳️ Community Voting Opens: July 20, 2026
🏆 Winner Announced: July 29, 2026
Help us honor America, celebrate 250 years of freedom, and
recognize those who have served our communities and our country with an unforgettable performance.
