Purple Palooza: Celebrating the Military Child

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  • By Airman Hannah Bench
  • 35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

Participants dance.

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Purple Palooza participants dance along to music as part of a dancing demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. The joy and connection on display bolster the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission by reinforcing family resilience and strengthening the support network that sustains operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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Participants dance.

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Purple Palooza participants dance along to music as part of a dancing demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. The joy and connection on display bolster the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission by reinforcing family resilience and strengthening the support network that sustains operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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Misawa Air Base leaders set off confetti for the start of the event.

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U.S. Air Force military members assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing launch confetti to signal the start of a Purple Palooza celebration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. Recognizing military children fosters family strength, community bonds and future leadership, boosting the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission readiness and supporting service members both at home and in the field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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Participant gets their face painted.

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A Purple Palooza participant’s face is painted by a volunteer at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. This moment of connection reinforces the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission by nurturing a supportive environment that keeps Airmen and their families mission-focused and resilient. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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Siblings play "High Striker" game.

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Purple Palooza participants play a “High Striker” game at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. Military children contribute to the strength of families and communities, all of which enhance the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission readiness and support service members in their duties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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Participants pose with mascot.

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Participants pose with a mascot during Purple Palooza at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2025. The celebration of military children strengthens community bonds and family readiness, which are essential to sustaining the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)

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