It’s time to show your true colors – that would be red, white and blue, of course – and honor those who protect and defend our nation at Thunder Over Evans on Saturday, May 17.

Bring blankets and chairs to this Armed Forces Day celebration that includes music, an extreme fireworks show and other entertainment. Activities kick off with a military salute that includes the posting of the colors, a message from the Fort Eisenhower Command, a veterans procession and singing of the national anthem.

Food vendors also will be up and running when the gates open so that visitors will have time to get their dinner and find seating before the celebration begins.

Festival-goers also are encouraged to bring ear protection and sunglasses or eye protection for the extreme fireworks show. In addition, anyone who suffers from PTSD or has a negative reaction to loud noises or bright flashes of light, should leave the event by 9:15 p.m.

Tents or canopies as well as pets are not allowed, but soft carry coolers are permitted. The event will be held rain or shine.

If You Go:

What: Thunder Over Evans

When: 6 p.m. – 9:45 p.m. Saturday, May 17; gates open at 5:30 p.m.

Where: Evans Towne Center Park

How Much: Free admission

More Info: thunderoverevans.com