Five members of my immediate family have served in the Armed Forces, including the Marine Corps, Army, Navy, Coast Guard and Air Force. During the Memorial Day weekend our family supports local events that honor the service of our fallen heroes and their families, it’s a family tradition.
Whether you are looking for an opportunity to give back by placing flags on fallen heroes or taking your family to the local city parade or memorial day ceremony, there are several options for families to choose from. In honor of our fallen heroes and the men, women and families who are currently serving our country, we compiled a list of the best local memorial day events for our friends and neighbors.
MENIFEE: Memorial Day Ceremony: The ceremony is scheduled for Monday, May 26 at 12 noon-1PM, at the Veterans Memorial in Wheatfield Park at the corner of La Piedra and Menifee roads. Military families along with the entire Menifee community are invited. Wheatfield Park 30627 Menifee Road Menifee, CA 92584
MORENO VALLEY: Memorial Day activities. Parade 9:30, Ceremony 2pm. Moreno Valley patriots are invited to make Monday, May 26- Memorial Day special with two events to honor the veterans and their families. Memorial Day activities include a heart stirring parade in the morning and a memorable community gathering at the Moreno Valley Veteran’s Memorial in the afternoon. West Coast Thunder Motorcycle Parade: 9:30 a.m., Sunnymead Boulevard. between Frederick Street and Heacock Street.
MURRIETA: City of Murrieta Memorial Day service. Ceremony 8am. Time Square park adjacent to Veterans Memorial.
NORCO: Memorial Day Classic Car Show to honor veterans: Monday, May 26 2pm-5pm at Bobs Big Boy restaurant 3521 Hamner, Norco.
RIVERSIDE: Join West Coast Thunder Memorial Day Bike Run. Proceeds will benefit the Riverside National Cemetery Support Committee via the West Coast Thunder.
RIVERSIDE: A Flag For Every Hero: Join the Riverside National Cemetery at 8am to place a flag on every heroes grave. Meet at the Veterans Memorial Amphitheater. Starts at 8am promptly and ends around 11am. 22495 Van Buren, Riverside.
TEMECULA: Remember our Bravest at Temecula Civic Center: Monday, May 26 at 8:00am. Remember our heroes with a procession along Main Street featuring scouts, military personnel and patriotic music followed by a small ceremony on the steps of the Civic Center. Wear your red, white and blue and don’t forget your flag. Location: Main Street, Old Town Temecula 8:00-9:30am.
TEMECULA: Temecula Berry Company 2 for 1: Monday, May 26 Temecula Berry Company would like to offer military members (veterans included) and their immediate family a 2 for 1 at the farm. Pick 2 pints and pay for 1. Please have a military ID available at check out.
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