Memorial Day parades and ceremonies are an important way our communities honor members of the armed forces who are no longer with us. As we wave to parade marshals and listen to the national anthem, we find ourselves in a teachable moment. No matter how young or old, our children may not realize the sacrifices many brave men and women make to serve our country. As you take part in one of the Memorial Day events listed below, we hope you find a way to talk to your children about how important this day is to our country.
Memorial Day Ceremonies, Parades and Events
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7th Annual Veteran’s Memorial Service (La Grange Park)
May 27, 2022 | 11:00am
Memorial Day Parade, Convoy and Military Ceremony (Elmhurst)
May 30, 2022 | parade starts at 9:30am
Memorial Day Parade and Picnic (River Forest)
May 30, 2022 | 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Armed Forces Day (Burr Ridge)
May 30, 2022 | 10:00am
Memorial Day Service (Westchester)
May 30, 2022 | 10:00 am
Memorial Day Parade (Lisle)
May 30, 2022 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Memorial Day Parade and Services (Western Springs)
May 30, 2022 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Memorial Day Parade (Naperville)
May 30, 2022 | 10:30am – 11:30am
Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony (South Holland)
May 30, 2022 | 11:00am – 1:00pm
Memorial Day Parade (Wood Dale)
May 30, 2022 | 11:00am
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