While we are all enjoying our barbeques and beach day lets not forget what this day is all about. Memorial Day honors all military members who have died in while serving in the U.S. Armed forces, fighting for our freedoms.
Thanks to our local news WPTV, they have put together a list of Memorial Day events in our area to celebrate and honor those who have lost their lives for out country.
The City of Boca Raton is hosting two free Memorial Day events.
Ceremony - 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
The event honors the sacrifice made for our freedoms. There will be drills, music, and a reserved section for Gold Star Families. 451 SW 4th Ave.
Concert - 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A free concert under the stars with the band Krescendo at Mizner Park Amphitheater.
IVA is hosting a Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony at 9 a.m. at 16701 SW Morgan st.
Memorial Day BBQ at the Jensen Beach VFW with live music in the Tiki Hut by South Bound from noon - 4 p.m.
The town is having a ceremony at 9:30 a.m. at the veterans memorial between the Community Center and the Police Department.
Is having a ceremony at 11 a.m. at Kelsey Park.
Lake Worth
South Florida National Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony is at 10 a.m. WPTV News Channel 5's Mike Trim is emceeing the ceremony.
Parking will be in the Target Parking lot North of the cemetery, 5900 State Road 7, starting at 8:00 am. No parking along State Road 7 or inside the cemetery.
Busses from the Veterans Administration will transport guests to the cemetery and return them to their vehicles following the ceremony. Please arrive prior to 9:30 as the ceremony begins promptly at 10:00.
Special Instructions: While this will be an outdoor event, all attendees, including media, are encouraged to adhere to CDC guidelines, wear masks and maintain physical distancing from other attendees to limit transmission of COVID-19.
17th Annual Memorial Day "A Day to Remember" event will be at 11:50 a.m. at Palm Beach Memorial Park. This year the group plans to honor service dogs.
Join Reverence Motorcycle Association at this year's Stuart Memorial Day Parade 2022 remembering our Fallen Heroes who give us our Freedoms. The event starts at 10 a.m.
The City of Palm Beach Gardens honors and remembers the servicemen and women who never left the battlefield with a Wreath Ceremony. Flags will be presented by the Palm Beach Gardens Police and Fire-Rescue Honor Guard. The event is at City Hall at 9 a.m.
Port St. Lucie
A special service will be held May 30, 2022 at Veterans Memorial Park to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. The City of Port St. Lucie and the United Veterans of Port St. Lucie will provide a moving tribute in recognition and commemoration of the fallen men and women at 10 a.m.
GySgt, U.S. Marine Corps. retired, and remembrance and celebration of those who have died in service. Additionally, the service will include a performance of “God Bless America” and an armed forces medley by the Port St. Lucie Community Band, a rifle salute, the national anthem, a resounding of taps and more.
Among the dignitaries in attendance will be Vice Mayor Jolien Caraballo and veteran Flo Ripperger, who will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
Seating is limited, so arriving early and bringing a chair is recommended.
Will have a Memorial Day Color Guard ceremony at 9 a.m.
The Village of Wellington and American Legion Post 390 will honor all veterans with a parade and ceremony on Monday, May 30. The parade starts at 8:15 a.m. and the ceremony begins at 8:30 a.m.