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The Story
In the early days of our organization, way back in 2016, we took over an old abandoned boat store in south Bossier. The goal: A big party to celebrate our military kids. Over the years that followed, KidFest grew to become one of our flagship events.
At the same time, we set in stone a tradition of "bringing the family together" at the start of the holiday season through events like our Warrior's Thanksgiving Feast and WarriorFest.
Fast forward to today...and this Thanksgiving season will be no different. Happening right in the middle of national Military Family Month, we're stoked for the return of our biggest party of the year, continuing the tradition of ensuring our Warriors experience a little bit of home away from home.
Honestly, this one event is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the love and support you and your family deserve!
At the same time, we set in stone a tradition of "bringing the family together" at the start of the holiday season through events like our Warrior's Thanksgiving Feast and WarriorFest.
Fast forward to today...and this Thanksgiving season will be no different. Happening right in the middle of national Military Family Month, we're stoked for the return of our biggest party of the year, continuing the tradition of ensuring our Warriors experience a little bit of home away from home.
Honestly, this one event is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the love and support you and your family deserve!
When + Where
DATE AND TIME
▸ Saturday, November 16, 2024
▸ 3:00pm - 6:00pm
LOCATION
▸ Bossier Civic Center
▸ 620 Benton Rd, Bossier City, LA 71111
▸ Saturday, November 16, 2024
▸ 3:00pm - 6:00pm
LOCATION
▸ Bossier Civic Center
▸ 620 Benton Rd, Bossier City, LA 71111
The Details
▸ If you’re currently serving in the military (active/guard/reserves) …this completely free event is for you and your family!
▸ Thanks to partners like Barksdale Federal Credit Union, we’ve got plenty of fun and games just waiting for you.
▸ Activities will be both inside and outside the Civic Center.
▸ There will be special areas specifically for Preschool and School Age kiddos.
▸ Your older kids won't be left out either, cause they'll find plenty to do as well.
▸ Organizations from across our area will come together, providing all the elements that will make up what promises to be an afternoon you won’t soon forget.
▸ Thanks to partners like Barksdale Federal Credit Union, we’ve got plenty of fun and games just waiting for you.
▸ Activities will be both inside and outside the Civic Center.
▸ There will be special areas specifically for Preschool and School Age kiddos.
▸ Your older kids won't be left out either, cause they'll find plenty to do as well.
▸ Organizations from across our area will come together, providing all the elements that will make up what promises to be an afternoon you won’t soon forget.
What You Can Expect
▸ A casual atmosphere
▸ Demos and displays
▸ K-9 Demonstrations
▸ Petting Zoo
▸ Inflatables
▸ Interactive games
▸ Hot dogs, water, and other refreshments
▸ Info booths
▸ Giveaways
▸ Opportunities to give back
▸ Friendly faces
▸ Much more
And it's all going to be capped off with a professional fireworks show from our friends at Pyromania Fireworks!
▸ Demos and displays
▸ K-9 Demonstrations
▸ Petting Zoo
▸ Inflatables
▸ Interactive games
▸ Hot dogs, water, and other refreshments
▸ Info booths
▸ Giveaways
▸ Opportunities to give back
▸ Friendly faces
▸ Much more
And it's all going to be capped off with a professional fireworks show from our friends at Pyromania Fireworks!
Safety + Security
▶︎ As with all of our events, because this is exclusively for service members & their families, attendees will be required to show current military ID to get into the event (One ID per family.) For spouses of deployed service members, Dependent ID will be accepted.
▶︎ Bossier City Police will be present at the event.
▶︎ Bossier City Police will be present at the event.
KidFest Gives Back
Each year, we give you, our Warriors, families, and volunteers, the opportunity to give back...and this year is no different. We've got two items we're collecting:
NEW, UNUSED TOYS
These toys will be used to help military families this Christmas who may be struggling to provide for their kids due to unexpected hardship.
CANNED GOODS
These goods will be given to our friends at the American Legion Post No. 14, supporting their efforts to stock our local VA Food Pantry.
When you get to KidFest, you'll see a Christmas Tree setup in the foyer. Donations can be placed under the tree.
You DO NOT have to participate in this to attend. This is totally optional.
You DO NOT have to participate in this to attend. This is totally optional.
Want to Attend?
Get Signed Up
Stationed in and around the Shreveport/Bossier/Barksdale area?
Currently serving in the military?
Click the link below to register to attend!
Reservations are recommended for KidFest so that we can ensure a safe and secure, military only event.
Currently serving in the military?
Click the link below to register to attend!
Reservations are recommended for KidFest so that we can ensure a safe and secure, military only event.
The Kidfest eXperience Team
Volunteer With Us!
WE NEED YOU TO BE ONE OF OVER 150 VOLUNTEERS that help make KidFest happen. If you've got a heart for our Warriors and a smiling face, then you have what it takes to help create a memorable experience for our Warriors and their families.
CAN I VOLUNTEER?
If you're a civilian, veteran/retiree, or a currently serving Warrior without kiddos, then you're welcome to serve with us! All you need to possess is a love for our military families and a smiling face. We ask that our military moms and dads come out and enjoy the evening with your kiddos rather than volunteer.
WHAT WILL I DO?
Volunteers are the lifeblood of this event. Many of our volunteers sign up as part of one of our partner organizations, and if that's you, you'll be placed with your organization. If you're not part of a partner org, you'll help in areas like check-in, greeting, managing inflatables, etc.
Volunteers will receive any necessary information/details along with job assignments prior to the event.
Volunteers will receive any necessary information/details along with job assignments prior to the event.
WHAT TIMES WILL I SERVE?
Volunteers need to arrive the day of the event (Saturday, November 16) by 1:30pm. This will give us time to get checked in, have a team meeting, and be ready to go in time for doors to open to our Warriors at 3:00pm. The event ends with our professional fireworks show at 6pm.
WHAT DO I WEAR?
Come comfortable! You'll probably be on your feet a good portion of the afternoon, so comfortable shoes are a must. Feel free to deck yourself out in purple, and be as festive as you want! The event is both inside and outside, and some of our team will be serving outside. We'll identify those individuals prior to the event, so you can make sure you're dressed appropriately.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
Just yourself. We'll provide lanyards and name tags for you, along with chairs, snacks, water, etc. Please do not bring any pets, and make sure any children that come with you are at an appropriate age to serve alongside you.
Meet Our Partners
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Partner With Us!
Our partners help make all of this possible. We work to partner with individuals, families, organizations, and businesses that have a sincere love for our military community.
TWO WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
1. Become a sponsor. We've got multiple creative options available.
2. Provide a service. Whether it's a game booth, demo, display, refreshments, or something else, this is a great way to interact directly with our heroes!
2. Provide a service. Whether it's a game booth, demo, display, refreshments, or something else, this is a great way to interact directly with our heroes!
NOW WHAT?
Want to learn more about partnering with us at KidFest? Just click the button below, fill out the form, and we'll get in contact with you!
Got questions? Feel free to call or e-mail Trey McGuire at 318-230-3940 or trey@everywarrior.org.
Got questions? Feel free to call or e-mail Trey McGuire at 318-230-3940 or trey@everywarrior.org.