America 250 In Santee

Honor The Past. Celebrate The Future.

In 2026, the City of Santee will join communities across the nation in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States, a once-in-a-generation milestone honoring our nation’s history, service, resilience, and shared values.

Santee's Stars, Stripes and Sights Adventure Pass
April Activities

Each month, families can explore Santee by finding and scanning a hidden QR code at locations and events across the City. Each check-in earns an entry into that month’s opportunity drawing.

Complete more activities to earn additional entries for a chance to win America250-themed prizes. Winners and new activities are released each month throughout the year.

April's Adventure Pass Activities - Dropping Soon!

April Winner will be announced on May 1, 2026 - Prize a $50.00 gift card to The Stand.

Keep an eye out for Santee Sammy as you explore the city! If you spot him, look for the hidden QR code to check in for that activity!

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Local Santee America 250 Activities

Take a look at the year-long lineup of activities happening across Santee. Please note this list is not comprehensive, and the City does not formally support or endorse the events or activities listed.

Santee Bunny Trail
March 28, 2026 | 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Hop into the 250 celebration with us!
How to participate:

Get an egg station list at the City booh.
Find the Santee Salutes America's 250th egg stations located around the park.
Collect one (1) plastic egg from each station.
Turn in your plastic eggs at the City Information Booth to receive your festive goodie bag!

Santee Salutes
July 4, 2026 | 2:00PM - 10:00PM
Annual 4th of a July celebration with expanded America's 250th activities

Santee Lakes | Santee Lakes Foundation
Presidents' Day Weekend - July 4, 2026
50 Flags of Freedom and America's 250th Anniversary Flags will be on display throughout Santee Lakes. The Santee Lakes Foundation is proud to sponsor of this patriotic flag display.

Santee Salutes - America 250 Flags
How To Get One For Yourself!

Have you seen our Santee Salutes - America 250 flag flying around town? Wondering how to get one for yourself? We got in touch with our vendor, Anley Flags, and they have agreed to let people order their own flags!

How to Order

Visit Anley.com/customization/custom-flag/
Select the size and options you wish to order
Click add to cart (do not upload artwork)
Go to your cart, select your shipping option and click "Proceed to Checkout"
Fill out your shipping and payment information
In the order notes make sure to include "Please use the artwork from order #201524
Click "Place Order"

Please note: The City of Santee receives no compensation from this vendor. All proceeds from orders are paid directly to Anley Flags. The City does not endorse any products available on the vendor’s website.

Challenge Coins
Get A Limited Edition Collectible to Celebrate America's 250th!

Challenge coins featuring the City of Santee logo, City of Santee America250th and the year 2026

The Santee Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is producing 250 limited-edition challenge coins in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.

Each coin is engraved with a unique year from 1776 to 2026, making every piece a one-of-a-kind collectible that honors a moment in our nation’s history.

Stay tuned for more information on how you can get your hands on one of these commemorative coins and be part of this historic milestone!

Hometown Heroes Banner Program

The City of Santee’s Hometown Heroes Banner Program recognizes and honors Santee residents (current or past) and/or their family members, Santee business owners/ operators, adopted Marines from the City of Santee's adopted Marine units, who have served, are serving, or have given their lives in service in the United States Armed Forces.

Hometown Heroes Banner Program

Join us in honoring the past, celebrating the present, and investing in the future as we mark 250 years of American freedom.

We invite you to partner with us as a sponsor of this historic event. Your support will directly enhance Santee Salutes-America250 and the community-wide commemorations taking place throughout 2026.

Santee's America250 Sponsorship

Freedom Sponsors