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Sundown Salute Merchandise will be available at the event.



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Major Sponsors

Sundown Salute is the largest free Independence Day Fireworks display and Celebration in the state of Kansas. Our success depends on the sponsorships of very generous companies and individuals in Junction City and the surrounding areas. If you should meet someone associated with one of these companies, please thank them for making Sundown Salute possible.

Briggs Auto of Manhattan Kansas




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"Let Your Community Shine in 2009"


2009 Sundown Salute Headliners:

'Grand Funk Railroad'

Grand Funk Railroad Band

 

'Firefall'

Firefall the Band

Events and Entertainment for all ages

HAAI, INC. SHARK ENCOUNTER
This attraction is self contained with its own attractive canopy where patrons can sit in comfort and enjoy the sharks swimming in their specially designed aquarium.  The show and exhibit combines education and entertainment all presented in a fun and entertaining format.  Additionally included is the Great White Shark museum with educational information on the Great White and a replica of the Carcharodon Megalodon Jaws (an ancient meat eating 60 foot shark).  The Great White museum also includes video monitors with educational videos and many more artifacts all about these incredible creatures of the sea.

Amazing Rainforest Experience
The Amazing Rainforest Experience is a unique animal show where conservation and environmental awareness take center stage. It is a proven scientific fact that our planet’s rainforests are home to over 2/3 of all species, and yet they are being destroyed at a rate of over one acre every second of the day. We live in a world where a new species becomes endangered every day. With these events, conservation of our natural resources is an ever-pressing issue. Some of the most rare and endangered species on our planet are featured in this show.

IGX (Interactive Game Experience)
For video game event/tours IGX is considered the best in the business: expert and affordable. Our video game touring company produces and tours dynamic video environments tailored to suit the needs of each client's target market. For game events (and video), we produce for fairs, festivals, colleges, retail events. Video game events at sporting shows, county/state fairs, kids expos are very common and expertly set up by our experienced staff. Sony-Wii-Xbox video game events/exhibits are part of our standard or special setup. For game tournaments, please contact us. Video educational events are also produced by IGX.

Hedrick's Petting Zoo
Hedrick's Educational Exotic Animal Exhibits offer a wide range of exotic animals and will surely be the hit of your fair ....for all the kids..... from 9 days to 99 years! HPI takes pride in healthy animals, clean facilities, and over 40 years of show business experience.  Hedrick's is licensed by the U.S.D.A. and has a veterinary service that provides 24 hour assistance to both farm and tour units. The central location of Hedrick's enables the touring exhibits and shows to be available coast-to-coast and border-to-border.

Jackson Chainsaw Carvers
Roy and Kay Jackson have been carving 17 years all over the country, Not only that but successfully raising 6 kids on their adventure. They have met so many new people and made so many friends all over the country. Kay Jackson is the lead carver. She will do anything from carving stumps in your yard to driving half way across the country to attend your fair. Kay Jackson is the first female chainsaw artist to qualify for the Echo carving championships. Her work is just Beautiful. Coming in 2009 we will be opening a new shop in alpena,arkansas.So if you are on your way between eureka springs,and branson stop in and say hey.

Greg Frisbee Show
After being abducted by aliens at the age of two and almost twelve near death experiences, Greg Frisbee went into the obvious career choice... Theater. Greg grew up in a small town in Massachusetts and began to learn his performing skills at a young age. In his early 20's he perfomed by street performing in Boston and the surrounding areas, expanding his knowledge and experiences. Feeling the need to grow as a performer and explore the world around him he trekked across the country and relocated to his present home of San Fransicso, CA.

Xtreme Entertainment 2 Boogie Bodies
Finally, here's your chance to show all your friends and family the boogies that's in you and has got to come out! Pick your song and show everyone that you've always been a great dancer! Boogie Bodies utilizes state of the art equipment to superimpose your larger than life head onto a dancing body giving the impression you are an accomplished dancer for a variety of songs and stage scenarios. [read more and view video]

Say Cheez Photo Booth

Matt Sorensen Can Art

...and more - updates coming in every day.

 

Get Ready to Rock!

You didn't have to wait until July 2 to be part of last year's celebrations. Last year, we had a special Junction City Crafts Show on May 24 (check out the regional crafters at the show)! It was so successful that next year's Crafts Show is already set for May 30, 2009. Get your application today!.

Most of the events listed on the schedule will take place in Heritage Park, which is at the corner of 6th and Washington streets. Directions to Junction City and Heritage Park.

Parking is available at the city lot at 8th and Jefferson, as well as along Washington and Jefferson streets. City Parking Map. Wondering about other things (like seating)? Here's an FAQ.

Last Updated June 29, 2009