USO Month of the Military Child Celebration: Ultimate Playground Adventure

This event last took place on Apr 16th, 2023
10:00 AM CST (1000S)

USO Midwest Region is excited to celebrate Month of the Military Child with an action-packed day of ultimate playground fun at URBAN AIR located near Scott Air Force Base!

USO will cover the jumping fee for participants aged 3-18. Please only register kids ages 3-18.

Fees for kids ages 0-2 and adults are not being covered by USO.

Important Notes:

  • USO guests must check in at the USO table between 10am-11:30am
  • Our guests are welcome to stay at Urban Air for the rest of the day!
  • All jumpers must complete the Urban Air waiver for entry: https://rb.gy/swg2su
  • THIS IS NOT A DROP-OFF EVENT

Eligibility:

  • In order to attend, military families must have at least one youth aged 3-18 present
  • Active Duty, National Guard and Reserves
  • Families of Officer or Enlisted
  • Retired military, IRR, DOD, and Civilians families are not eligible for this USO program
Register

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