Military Appreciation Day
Salute the Troops!
Saturday, September 6, 2025
10am - 3pm (gates open at 9:30am)
Join us at this outdoor event to honor all military members and support Veteran-Owned Businesses.
Location: Sutton Ridge Farm, 1500 West 200th Street, Jordan, MN 55352
Big shoutout to Dewey at Gamut One Studios for putting together the amazing highlight reel below! You captured all the best moments and the heart of what this day is about—connection, gratitude, and community. We’re so thankful for your partnership and support!




🎖 Military Members & Veterans
FREE Admission — Includes a complimentary lunch ticket
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Must register and bring proof of veteran status (VA ID, DD214, or new MN Driver’s License)
🎟 General Admission
Lunch NOT included in ticket price
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General Public: $12
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Children (ages 6–17): $6
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Children 5 & under: FREE
🍽 Lunch Available Onsite for Purchase
Lunch Ticket: $13
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Additional food concessions also available!
Event proceeds donated to ETS, directly benefiting Veterans and their families.
Service dogs welcome. Free Parking.
EVENT DETAILS
Choose Your Sponsorship
As we ramp up planning for this year’s event, we are seeking the help of local businesses, institutions, organizations and individuals for silent auction donations, volunteers and sponsorships.
We are asking sponsors to help cover the costs of specific amenities and activities during the event. Your name/business will be prominently displayed in signage at the farm and included in local promotional mediums.


- Vietnam Era Huey Helicopter Fly-Over & Landing
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WILL TAKE PLACE AROUND 1:15PM
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We share this in advance out of care and respect for the veteran community and others who may be sensitive to loud sounds, particularly those associated with military aircraft. The distinct sound of the Huey is powerful and symbolic—but we recognize it can also be triggering for some.
- WWII B25 Bomber Fly-Over
- Food Concessions for Purchase
- Live Remote by KCHK Radio
- Flag Raising Ceremony by the Patriotic Heritage Allegiant Honor Guard
- Giant Inflatables for the Kids - Including a Climbing Wall and Jousting Ring
- Live Music by Country Western Band NORTH OF DODGE
- Pete Hegseth signed books featured in exclusive raffle!
- WWII Rifle Grenade Demonstration
- Farm Animals & Hay Wagon Rides
- Silent Auction (Proceeds Donated to DAV of MN)
- Featured Speakers
- Vendors
- And More