Whether it be a parade, observance, ceremony or wreath laying there are many ways to show your support to those that have served or are currently serving our country.  Below is a list of things to do on memorial day weekend. 

As usual, if you have details on any of these events or know of any others that should be added, please submit the details and we will add it to the list.

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Memorial Day Events in Ashtabula County

Conneaut – Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am-12pm
Route: Parade kicks off from the American Legion on Broad St. in Conneaut and proceeds down Main St.

Memorial Day Events in Columbiana County

Columbiana – American Legion Post 290 Annual Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am
Route: Parade marches from Main Street to West Park Ave. to Firestone Cemetery.

East Palestine – East Palestine Street Fair
Four big days of rides, games, food, and entertainment.
When: May 23-26, 2018

East Palestine – Memorial Day Parade
The Memorial Day Parade sponsored by the George F. McBane Post 31 of the American Legion.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 11am

Memorial Day Events in Cuyahoga County

Chagrin Falls – Blossom Time Festival & Parade
Blossom Time Festival is hosted by the Chagrin Valley Jaycees and fills the streets of Chagrin Falls with strolling visitors taking in its carnival rides, the midway booths, food vendors and musical performances. The weekend's festivities include hot-air balloon launches every day, a Sunday parade like no other, and of course a Memorial Day parade on Monday, starting at Evergreen Cemetery at 10am. Activities center in Riverside Park adjoining the Chagrin River, and in the Triangle around the gazebo.
When: Thursday, May 25-Monday, May 28, 2018
Where: Chagrin Falls, OH
Cost: FREE

Bay Village – Bay Village Memorial Day Parade and Services
Monday, May 28, 2018 will be the annual Memorial Day Parade and formal observances to honor those that gave their life to our country and those that have served our country to support the freedoms we all enjoy every day. All Veterans are welcomed to join the American Legion, VFW, and VVA to march behind these organizations in the parade to be recognized. The parade will step off at about 8:45am from Huntington Park and march West on Lake Rd to the Lakeview Cemetery for services and recognition of the city founders that served early for our country. The parade will reform on Lake Rd and march East to Cahoon Rd. and turn South to end at the Gazebo. Community leaders and some local honorees will be recognized at the Gazebo ceremony. A 21-gun salute, taps, and patriotic music will be part of the ceremony to honor our local Heroes and current Veterans in our community. All are invited to line Lake and Cahoon Rd. to recognize the veterans, and enjoy the BHS Band, First Responders, and Scouts. Please remember that this is a solemn occasion and we request that you provide due respect for the event.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 8:45am
Route: The parade will step off at about 8:45am from Huntington Park and march West on Lake Rd. to the Lakeview Cemetery for services and recognition of the city founders that served early for our country. The parade will reform on Lake Rd. and march East to Cahoon Rd. and turn South to end at the Gazebo.

Bedford – Annual Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10:15am
Route: The parade travels from the City Hall to Broadway Ave. to Bedford Cemetery.

Brecksville – Brecksville Memorial Day Parade
The parade will step off from City Hall at 9am and conclude at Highland Drive Cemetery where our ceremony will take place.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10:30am
Route: The parade travels from City Hall to end at Highland Drive Cemetery.

Broadview Heights – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony + Recreation Center FREE Admission Day
The City of Broadview Heights is holding its Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 28, 2018, starting at 11am. A parade serves as the gathering ceremony for the memorial service which honors our fallen soldiers. Veterans, dignitaries, military families, sports teams, organizations, businesses, classic cars, and marching bands from Brecksville-Broadview Heights and North Royalton High Schools will be participating. The parade will gather at The Crossings Shopping Center at 10:30am on W. Royalton Rd. and step off at 11 am on Broadview Rd., just north of Route 82. Spectators are invited to join the end of the parade and follow it to the Broadview Center where there will be a memorial ceremony, veteran tribute, and refreshments.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 11am
Route: The parade travels from The Crossings Shopping Center (Broadview Rd. and Royalton Rd.) to end at the Broadview Center.

Cleveland – Police Memorial Parade & Service
Line Lakeside Avenue (Police Memorial Way) to support and honor law enforcement. See units of Pipes and Drums, marching bands, color guards, police cars, special response vehicles and more.
When: Friday, May 18, 2018; Parade: 10:30am, Memorial Service: 11:30am
Route: The parade travels from Lakeside Ave. westbound from E. 12th to W. 3rd St. The Memorial Service takes place in Police Memorial Square (Huntington Park).

Cleveland – 13th Annual Firefighters Memorial Day Ride
Registration is available at be available at Rock-N-Roll City HD in Cleveland.
When: Sunday, May 27, 2018
Where: The ride will end at Rock-n-Roll City Harley-Davidson in Cleveland, OH.

Cleveland – Lake View Cemetery Memorial Day Celebration
Festivities take place at the Garfield Memorial and include a spirited parade, a rousing keynote speech, and a Sousa band concert. Picnic baskets and lawn chairs encouraged!
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10:30am
Where: Garfield Memorial, 12316 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106

Euclid – Memorial Day Parade
The theme is: If You Value Your Freedom, Thank a Veteran.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am
Route: The parade travels from East 228th St. and Lakeshore, proceeds west on Lakeshore to East 222nd St. It then moves south on East 222nd St. to end at the Veterans Memorial next to Euclid City Hall, 585 E. 222nd St.

Fairview Park – Memorial Day Ceremony & Parade
On Memorial Day, May 28, We DoCare will hold its annual observance in the rotunda at City Hall at 8am. All are invited to attend. Following the ceremony, the annual parade will step off at approximately 9am from Corrigan CraciunFuneral Home at West 208 Street and Lorain Road. The parade, led by theAmerican Legion Post 738 Color Guard, will guide all to the Fairview ParkCemetery where the Legion will honor all veterans. All residents are invited to come out to this year’s parade, attend the opening and closing ceremonies, and to bring their lawn chairs and sit along the parade route to show their support for veterans and troops currently serving. Show off your red, white, and blue!
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; Ceremony: 8am, Parade: 9am
Route: The parade travels from Corrigan Craciun Funeral Home to end at the Fairview Park Cemetery.

Independence – Memorial Day Service & Parade
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 9am-11am

Mayfield Village Memorial Day Celebration – Parade & Ceremony
Join Mayfield Village and Disabled American Veterans and honor our veterans of all wars. Music, speeches, Color Guard and all service flags will be honored. Refreshments available after the ceremony.
When: Sunday, May 27, 2018; 1pm-2pm
Where: Whitehaven Memorial Park, 615 SOM Center Rd., Mayfield, OH 44143

Parma Heights – Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 28, 2018, Parma-South Presbyterian Church will celebrate 151 years of hosting Memorial Day Services on the front lawn of the church located at 6155 Pearl Rd. The services will be followed by a parade to the Parma Heights Cemetery.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018

Richmond Heights – Memorial Day Ceremony
Join the City of Richmond Heights for their annual Memorial Day Ceremony, which will begin at 10am at the Community Park Veteran's Memorial. Special guest speaker Col. Carl Carter and live Taps. Richmond Heights Police will fire a gun volley, and a moment of silence will be held to reflect upon those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am-11am
Where: Richmond Heights Community Park Veteran's Memorial, 26789 Highland Rd., Cleveland, OH 44143

Shaker Heights – Memorial Day Parade
Be part of Shaker’s Memorial Day ceremony at the flagpole in front of City Hall. Join friends and neighbors to watch the parade which follows.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 9am-11am
Where: The parade travels along Van Aken Blvd. (in the westbound lane) and ends at Thornton Park.

University Heights – Memorial Day Parade
The parade steps off at 11am on the corner of Silsby and Warrensville Center. The parade proceeds down Silsby to South Belvoir and concludes at John Carroll University. A Memorial Day ceremony will be in front of the DeCarlo Center at JCU followed by a community fair. The fair includes free pony rides, bounce houses, face painting, and other activities for kids. Food trucks will also be on-site.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; Parade: 11am-noon, Post Parade Ceremony & Activities: 12pm-2pm
Route: The parade travels from Silsby Rd. near Allison Rd., continuing east and turning south on Belvoir to end at the steps of John Carroll University Natatorium.

Westlake – Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am
Route: The parade travels from Sts. Peter & George Coptic Orthodox Church located on Hilliard Blvd. to end at Clague Park.

Memorial Day Events in Geauga County

Auburn Township – Memorial Day Observence
Due to construction at Maple Shade Cemetery, the service will begin at Adam Hall Community Center, 11455 Washington St., and will conclude at Shadyside Cemetery.
When: Sunday, May 27, 2018; 9am

Memorial Day Events in Lake County

Mentor – Memorial Day Walking Parade & Ceremony
Pay tribute to those who hove lost their lives serving our country. Parade units will gather at Heinen's parking lot on Mentor Avenue at 9am. Step off for the parade is at 9:30am and follows Mentor Avenue to Hopkins Rd. to Mentor Cemetery. The ceremony at the cemetery starts at 10am.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 9:30am-10:30am
Where: The parade travels from Heinen’s parking lot, along Mentor Ave. to Hopkins Rd., to end at Mentor Cemetery.

Painesville – Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am-11am
Route: The parade begins at 10am at Riverside Cemetery (385 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH 44077)

Memorial Day Events in Lorain County

Avon Lake – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park following the parade.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am-12pm
Route: Veterans Memorial Park, 32756 Lake Rd., Avon Lake, OH 44012

Grafton – Memorial Day Parade
Contact the VFW for information (440) 926-3341.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 12pm
Where: Grafton, OH
Cost: FREE

Elyria – Memorial Day Parade
Parade Day is held on Memorial Day Monday. Participants meet on Second St. next to the First Congregational Church. Families are welcome to attend.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018
Route: Parade begins in town square in downtown Elyria.

City of North Ridgeville Memorial Day Parade – Memorial Day Parade
Sponsored by the North Ridgeville Lions and VFW. Parade will depart the Senior Center down Bainbridge Rd. to the Academic Center. Memorial Day Ceremony at the Ranger Stadium immediately following the parade.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 9:45am
Where: The parade travels from Senior Center down Bainbridge Rd. to the Academic Center. The ceremony will take place at Middle School Ranger Stadium (35835 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville, OH 44039)

Memorial Day Events in Medina County

Brunswick – Memorial Day Program & Parade
The VFW Post 9520 and the American Legion Post 234 will hold a Memorial Day Program on Monday, May 28, 2018 at 10am at the Visintainer School grounds, followed by a parade that will begin at 10:30am and proceed to Westview Cemetery. The public is invited to attend. The parade will begin forming at 9:30am.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am-11am
Route: The parade travels from the Visintainer School grounds (1459 Pearl Rd., Brunswick, OH) to end at Westview Cemetery.

Medina – Armed Forces Day BBQ & Candlelight Vigil
Veterans, bring your families and share some time with friends and enjoy a free BBQ. Immediately afterward, on Medina's Historic Square, Rolling Thunder Chapter 8 honors our Armed Forces with its annual Candlelight Vigil.
When: Saturday, May 19, 2018; 3pm-5:30pm
Where: Medina Veterans Hall Medina Vet Hall, 620 N. Broadway, Medina, OH

Westfield Center – Memorial Day Celebrations
The Village of Westfield Center has a parade each Memorial Day. The parade is followed by a tribute to honor veterans.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018
Route: The parade travels from North Leroy Park to end at the Cemetery on Greenwich Rd.

Memorial Day Events in Mahoning County

Boardman – Memorial Day Parade & Service
The 114th Boardman Memorial Day Parade begins at Boardman Center Intermediate School at 10am. Immediately following the Parade, head over to the Maag Theatre for a program honoring veterans, led by the Kiwanis Club of Boardman. Mr. Jim Freeze, Executive Director of Goodwill Industries, a West Point graduate and an Army Veteran who served two tours in the Iraq War, is the Parade Grand Marshall and featured speaker at the Memorial Service. Mr. William Wainio will give the invocation. Lt. Colonel Bill Moss, USAF Retired, will lead the Pledge of Allegiance and place a wreath in honor of deceased veterans. The Boardman High School National Honor Society will place a wreath in honor of our currently serving military personnel. Mr. Mark Luke of the Boardman Kiwanis will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the Memorial Service. The Boardman High School Marching Band will march in the Parade and provide music for the Memorial Service.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am
Where: The parade travels from Boardman Center Intermediate School and down 224 to end at Boardman Park.

Memorial Day Events in Portage County

Aurora – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
American Legion Ceremony begins at 9:30am followed by the parade, which steps off at 10am.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; Ceremony: 9:30am, Parade: 10am
Where: The parade arts at Veterans Memorial Park (formerly Breezy Point Park), 40 W. Garfield Rd., Aurora, OH 44202

Rootstown – Rootstown Memorial Day Parade & Flag Raising
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am
Route: The parade travels from Loretta Dr., eastbound on Tallmadge Rd., to end at Homeland Cemetery.

Suffield – Memorial Day Parade
Memorial at the Town Hall at 1 pm, where a wreath will be laid and TAPS played by a member of the Field High School marching band. There will be bands, floats, marching groups, and more!
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 2pm
Route: The parade steps off from Memorial Suffield Town Hall & Old Waterloo Rd.

Memorial Day Events in Stark County

Alliance – Memorial Day Parade
In case of rain, festivities will move to the Firehouse Theater, located at 450 E. Market St.
When: TBA
Where: The parade steps off at Linden and Main St., continues to Union Ave., north to Diehl Court, west of Vine St., and ends at the Alliance City Cemetery.

Canal Fulton – Memorial Day Parade
The Memorial Day Parade is hosted by Canal Fulton VFW Post 9795. A short ceremony will follow the parade, including the VFW Post 9795 Color Guard and Rifle Squadron and Northwest High School band.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 1pm
Where: The parade steps off from Lindsay Concrete 1pm, goes north on Canal St., turns onto Market St., and ends at City Hall.

Canton – Canton Memorial Day Parade and Observance
A ceremony at the McKinley Monument will follow the parade.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am
Where: Parade steps off at 10am at the former Timken High School and continues down Tuscarawas St. W to Elgin Ave. NW to Seventh St. NW and finishes at McKinley Monument.

East Sparta – Memorial Day Parade
Following the parade, a service, organized by American Legion Post 244, will take place at the East Sparta Cemetery.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018
Where: The parade steps off at the former East Sparta grade school and proceeds to the Veteran’s Memorial on Walnut St. where a wreath will be placed, then will proceed to East Sparta Cemetery where a ceremony will take place.

Green – Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast, Parade, Ceremony, Community Picnic & Car Show
The annual City of Green Memorial Day Parade, Ceremony, & Car Show is Monday, May 28, 2018 beginning with a pancake breakfast hosted by the City of Green firemedics at Fire Station No. 1; the parade steps off from the Green High School at 10am; the ceremony is immediately following the parade at the Veterans Park; and the community picnic and car show follows at the John Torok Community Center.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; Pancake Breakfast: 7am-9am, Parade: 10am, Ceremony: 12pm, Community Picnic & Car Show: 12:30pm-3pm
Route: Parade steps off from Green High School, continues on Boettler Rd. to Massillon Rd. (southbound lanes) to Steese Rd. to Bulldog Blvd. and ends at Green Middle School.

Jackson Township – 6th Annual Field of Honor/Field of Heroes
The Jackson Township Rotary continue a local tradition, when they host their annual Field of Honor® / Field of Heroes display of U.S. flags. These flags fly in honor of those serving in active military service, the veterans who served before them and all those who have become our personal heroes. This solemn formation each year draws the residents of Jackson Town, Canton, Beldon and surrounding communities together to experience a breathtaking and memorable panorama of red, white and blue. Flags fly in tribute to the heroes of our community.
When: May 25-29, 2018
Where: Jackson Township Safety Center at Corner of Fulton Rd. NW & Wales Rd. NW, Massillon, OH

We visited the display a couple of years ago. See our pictures of the Field of Heroes Display

Hartville – 78th Annual Memorial Day Flea Market
The big weekend kicks off on Thursday, and runs Friday, Saturday (Closed on Sunday), and finishes up Monday. We typically have more then 1,000 outdoor vendors and around 30,000 customers.
When: May 24-28, 2018 (Closed Sunday, May 27); All day
Where: Hartville MarketPlace and Flea Market, 1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632

Magnolia – Memorial Day Parade
Following the parade, a memorial service will take place at 11am at Magnolia Cemetery, located off Harrison Ave. The speaker is Vince Logozzo, and the Sandy Valley Junior Band will perform. Hosted by Sandy Valley American Legion Post 432. Some chairs will be provided for those unable to stand for the service.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018;
Where: The parade forms at 10:40am and steps off from Finefrock-Gordon Funeral Home, located at 266 N. Main St.

Massillon – Operation: Flags of Freedom
American flags will be posted at the Perry High School Memorial on Friday, May 25 at 8 am through Tuesday, May 29 at 8 am. A variety of events will take place over the weekend, including The Hero Hunt (adult Easter Egg Hunt) on May 25, Rotary Patriots Parade at 11 am on May 26, Touch-a-Truck from 12pm-3pm on May 26, a free country concert at 8 pm on May 26 followed by a fireworks show, and more!
When: May 25-29, 2018
Where: Perry High School, 3737 13th St., Massillon, OH 44646

North Canton – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
A program will follow the Lion’s Club Memorial Day Parade in Bitzer Park.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 8am-10am
Where: Parade travels west on Seventh St. NE to N. Main St., then south on N. Main St. to the square at the Maple and Main intersection.

Perry – Perry Community Heroes Day, & Hero 5k Walk/Run
The day kicks-off with the Hero 5k Walk/Run at 8am Perry High School. A service by American Legion Post 44 will take place at 9am at Calvary Cemetery, located at 3469 Lincoln Way E. Boy Scout Troop 939 will assist veterans in the lowering of the flag. Then head back to Perry High School for Perry Community Heroes Day; the opening ceremony begins at 9am, followed by a free veterans breakfast at 10am. The Perry Rotary Patriots Parade steps off at 11am. Festivities include a touch-a-truck from noon to 3pm, Patriots Party from noon to 4pm in the stadium, live entertainment from noon to 7pm, a food truck festival starting at 4pm until close of event, a free concert by Ricky Lee at 8pm, and a fireworks display after the concert.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; all day

Memorial Day Events in Summit County

Bath Township – 18th Annual Memorial Day Observance
Bath Veterans’ Memorial Park, southeast corner of Cleveland-Massillon and Bath roads, annual recognition of those veterans who served our country, patriotic music, etc.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 12pm
Where: Bath Veterans Memorial Park, southeast corner of Cleveland-Massillon and Bath roads.

Hudson – American Legion Family Memorial Day Parade
The annual American Legion Family Memorial Day Parade will step off at 10am from Milford Rd and will conclude with a service at Markillie Cemetery. The parade will assemble on Milford Rd., which is closed to through traffic starting at 8am.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am-11:30am
Route: Parade steps off from Milford Rd., Hudson, OH 44236

Kenmore – Kenmore Community Days Parade
Regrettably, this event will not take place in 2018. Learn more here.

New Franklin – Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 10am
Route: The parade travels from the Grace Bible Church parking lot at 5781 Manchester Rd., turns right at Nimisilia Rd., and ends at Manchester Cemetery.

Tallmadge – Memorial Day Parade & Service
The parade steps off from the Our Lady of Victory Church parking lot (73 North Avenue) and ends at Tallmadge Cemetery. The services include welcoming remarks, a prayer, a speech, the placing of the wreath for our fallen Veterans, and the playing of Taps.
When: Monday, May 28, 2018; 9:30am
Route: The parade forms at Our Lady of Victory Church parking lot (73 North Avenue) at 9:30am, moving out onto North Avenue at 10am, turning south towards the Tallmadge Circle, then turning onto the Circle, then exiting at Southwest Avenue to the entrance of Tallmadge Cemetery.

Memorial Day Events in Trumbull County

Girad – Memorial Day Services
Services will be held at the monument in front of the center.
When: Sunday, May 27, 2018; 10:45am
Where: Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave., Girard, OH 44420

Warren – FREE W.D Packard Band Outdoor Memorial Day Concert
Free and open to the public, courtesy of the W.D. Packard Trust. Doors open 60 minutes prior to the start of the show.
When: Sunday, May 27, 2018; 3pm
Where: Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren, OH 44483

Memorial Day Events in Tuscarawas County

Mineral City – Memorial Day Weekend at Atwood Lake Park
Enjoy a golf cart and bike parade and live music from Star 69.
When: May 25-28, 2018
Where: Atwood Lake Park, 9500 Lakeview Rd., Mineral City, OH 44656

If you know of any other Memorial Day Activities taking place across Northeast Ohio, please submit the details here and we will get them added to the list.