March 20th 2026
The Freedom Flame
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Join us for the 72nd live celebration of THE FREEDOM FLAME, commemorating 172 years since the spark ignited its fire. Help us reach our goal of 17,200 SPARKS by 7PM! Tune in to our interactive broadcasts throught the day from: 5AM PACIFIC to 10PM EASTERN.
A Spark That Changed History
In 1854, abolitionists and idealists gathered in a little white one room schoolhouse in Ripon, Wisconsin and sparked the birth of a movement dedicated to freedom. That spark became a flame that swept a nation.
In 1954, President Eisenhower used a gold telegrapher's key at the White House to re-ignite the Freedom Flame for its centennial. Now, 72 years later — in 2026 — torchbearers will once again march through Ripon. Every SPARK registered worldwide joins that procession.
in Ripon
Rekindles Flame
YOU Are Here
Two Ways to Celebrate
Stand on the same historic streets of Ripon where freedom found its voice 172 years ago. Watch torchbearers ignite candles from the rekindled Freedom Flame and become a permanent part of this American legacy.
- Live torch lighting ceremony
- Parade through historic downtown
- Community gathering & speakers
- Interactive broadcasts all day long
No plane ticket required. Join millions worldwide via our live interactive broadcast streaming 5AM Pacific to 10PM Eastern. Your registration places a real flame on our global map counting toward 17,200 SPARKS.
- 24-hour live stream & interactive panels
- Your flame on the worldwide Sparks Map
- Real-time connection with global celebrants
- Free to participate — just register
Add Your Spark to History
Your spark joins thousands worldwide on March 20th, 2026. Takes less than 60 seconds.
Flames Are Lighting Up Every Corner of Earth
Every registration places a flame on our live 3D world map. Watch in real time as sparks appear from cities, towns, and communities across all seven continents. Every flame matters. Every spark counts toward 17,200.
Tune In All Day Long
Our interactive broadcast runs from 5:00 AM Pacific to 10:00 PM Eastern — packed with live ceremonies, special guests, historical segments, and the torch lighting procession through historic downtown Ripon.
