The 2019 Memorial Day Observances begin with solemn flag raising services starting at 7:45AM. The parade steps off along Jackson Avenue in downtown Naperville at 10:30AM. After the parade at 12:15PM, a 30-minute Memorial Day observance will be held in Central Park that includes “Amazing Grace.”
Schedule of Events for Memorial Day
Memorial Day Flag-raising begins at 7:45AM
7:45AM – Flag raising and service at 9/11-Cmdr. Dan Shanower Memorial – (taps & volley) Behind the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., along the Riverwalk at Webster St.
8:15AM – Service at Veterans Park (Gartner Rd.) – (taps & volley) 303 E. Gartner Road.
8:35AM – Service at Burlington Square Park Doughboy Monument – (taps & volley) Just south of the train station / North Ave.
9AM – Service at St. Peter & Paul Cemetery (taps & volley) 911 North Ave.
9:45AM – Service at GAR Monument in Naperville Cemetery – (taps & volley) 705 S. Washington St. near Hillside Ave.
Memorial Day Parade begins at 10:30AM
As is tradition, beginning at 10:30AM Mon., May 27, the 2019 Memorial Day Parade officially steps off from Jackson and West St., heads east to Washington, north to Benton, and east to Ss. Peter and Paul parking lot. Parade participants are welcome to attend the observance that follows in Central Park.
Musical Tribute & Wreath Laying in Central Park at 12:15PM
Immediately following the conclusion of the colorful and spirited parade just after noon, an observance with patriotic messages from guest speakers with musical tributes performed by the Naperville Municipal Band again will be held in Central Park at the Community Concert Center.
National Moment of Remembrance at 3PM
Never forget Naperville’s fallen. Always remember. Freedom isn’t free.
Special PN Post / Special Tribute to U.S. Navy Veteran Terry Jelinek and the Meaning of Memorial Day
Banners created as a gift from Blooming Color, Memorial Day 2018
