Memorial Day: Where to Honor Our Fallen Servicemen and Women This Year
Memorial Day is considered the kickoff to summer in Grand Rapids.
But let us not forget the real reason for it: to honor the men and women have given up their lives in service to our nation.
Chances are you have a family member or friend who has served, and if they did not die in the line of duty, they know someone who did. Let’s honor them this Memorial Day.
May their sacrifice never be forgotten.
Saturday, May 25
Kent County Memorial Day Parade
10 AM, Veterans Memorial Park, 101 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Come join the people of Kent County in honoring those veterans who gave their full measure of devotion on behalf of our country.
Kick off the holiday weekend by attending this patriotic parade in downtown Grand Rapids, and stay for the following Ceremony of Remembrance in which area school children will speak on behalf of what Memorial Day means to them.
Sunday, May 26
37th Annual Lost Boat Ceremony
11 AM, USS Silversides Submarine Museum, 1346 Bluff St, Muskegon, MI 49441
The Lost Boat Ceremony is a naval tradition that honors sailors who have lost their lives at sea.
The USS Silversides Submarine Museum has held the ceremony for 37 years to honor the bravery of submariners and reminds us of the importance of remembering their sacrifices.
This event is free to attend.
Monday, May 27
Zeeland’s Memorial Day Parade
9 AM, Downtown Zeeland, 303 E Main Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464
The Memorial Day Cemetery Ceremony is immediately following the parade at Zeeland Cemetery at Lincoln & Church Street.
All are welcome to attend.
City of Walker Memorial Day Parade
12 PM, Walker, MI 49534
The Memorial Day Parade has been a tradition in Walker for many years.
Join us as we honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.
Please be aware that Remembrance Road will close at 11:30 AM and will reopen once the parade is over.
Fruitport Old Fashioned Days 2024
12 PM, Pomona Park, 53 S 3rd Ave, Fruitport, MI 49415
Get ready for some small-town charm and big-time fun at the Fruitport Old Fashioned Days!
This annual festival, hosted by the Fruitport Lions Club, is the perfect summer escape for the whole family May 22 – May 27, 2024.
Features carnival, music and fireworks.
Wyoming holding Memorial Day Remembrances??
What about the Grand Rapids parade???
Time for Beaver Creek OH.,Memorial Day program, also Mount Pleasant, OH time and program.
Downtown Grand Rapids, OH parade / program.
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https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/Our-City/Events-Activities/Memorial-Day-2021