Memorial Day Events in Northeast Ohio

Below is a list of Memorial Day Events taking place across Northeast Ohio. 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.

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

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Memorial Day Events in Ashtabula County

Conneaut – Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10:45am
Route: Parade starts on Broad Street and ends at Liberty Street Cemetery.

Memorial Day Events in Columbiana County

Columbiana – American Legion Post 290 Annual Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am
Route: Parade marches from Main Street to West Park Ave. to Firestone Cemetery.

Columbiana – Columbiana Fire Department’s 7th Annual Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 8am-12pm
Route: Paul’s Café, 36 S. Main St., Columbiana, OH 44408
Cost: $7 per person all you can eat, FREE for children ages 5 and under

East Palestine – East Palestine Street Fair
Four big days of rides, games, food, and entertainment.
When: May 26-29, 2016

East Palestine – Memorial Day Parade
The Memorial Day Parade sponsored by the George F. McBane Post 31 of the American Legion.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 11am

Memorial Day Events in Cuyahoga County

Bay Village – Bay Village Memorial Day Parade and Services
Enjoy the parade, which steps off at 8:30am from Huntington Park. The parade will be led by the veteran’s groups representing our fine city. This is the 150th anniversary of the establishment of Memorial Day! Come out early, enjoy the parade and music. Appropriate services will be provided, with remarks from local dignitaries and a 21 gun salute at the Rose Garden by American Legion Post 385. After the end of the ceremony, all veterans are invited to American Legion Post 385 on Cahoon Rd., just south of the RR tracks, for breakfast.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 8am
Route: The parade route goes West on Lake Rd. to Lakeside Cemetery. The parade route follows Lake Rd. to Cahoon Rd., makes a right turn, and ends at the Gazebo.

Bedford – Annual Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10:15am
Route: The parade travels from the City Hall to Broadway Avenue to Bedford Cemetery.

Berea – Annual Memorial Day Parade and Services
Memorial Day Observances conducted by American Legion Post 91. Services at Adams Street Cemetery (8am) and services at Woodvale Cemetery (9am) will be followed by a Memorial Day Parade at 10:30am.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016
Where: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 19201 Bagley Rd., Berea, OH 44017

Berea – Berea Flea Market Memorial Day Weekend Extravaganza
The Berea Flea Market will be hosting a Premium Weekend for Memorial Day this May 28-30. Vendors will be allowed to remain set up from Saturday morning through Monday afternoon. Pay one special weekend price of $25 for the entire weekend! (Individual days: $6 (Saturday), $12 (Sunday & Monday)
When: May 28-30, 2016

Brecksville – Brecksville Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9:30am
Route: Parade starts at City Hall and travels to Highland Cemetery for the ceremony.

Broadview Heights – Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
A parade serves as the gathering ceremony for the memorial service which honors our fallen soldiers. It will step off from The Crossings Shopping Center at 11am on Broadview Road, just north of Route 82. Spectators are invited to join the end of the parade and follow it to Broadview Center where there will be a memorial ceremony, veteran’s tribute, and complimentary refreshments. The Recreation Center will be free of charge to all residents from 10am-4pm. Adult swim will take place from 10am-12pm and open swim for all will run 12pm-4pm. The splash park will be open on Memorial Day.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 11am-12pm, Ceremony immediately follows the parade around 11:40am
Route: The parade steps off at Broadview from The Crossings Shopping Center (Broadview Rd. and Royalton Rd.). It proceeds south to the Broadview Center.

Cleveland – Police Memorial Parade & Memorial 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 20, 2016; Parade: 10:30am, Memorial Service: 11:30am
Route: The parade begins at 10:30am and travels from Lakeside Ave. westbound from East 12th St. to West 3rd St.

Cleveland – 12th Annual Firefighters Memorial Day Ride
Registrations will be available online and at various locations through May 8. Please note that all registration sales will end May 8 (no sales after that date).
When: Sunday, May 29, 2016; 8am
Where: The ride will end at Rubber City HD in Cuyahoga Falls, 1120 Main St.
Cost: $25 registrations will include a ride t-shirt

Cleveland – Memorial Day Service
A Memorial Day Service honoring the men and women of the United States Military at Riverside Cemetery.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9:30am-10:30am
Route: Riverside Cemetery, 3607 Pearl Rd., Cleveland, OH 44109

Cleveland – Lake View Cemetery Memorial Day Observance
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. Afterwards, at 1:30pm, a ceremony honoring those interred at LVC this past year will be held at the Garfield Memorial.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10:30am
Where: Lake View Cemetery, 12316 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106

Cleveland – Memorial Day Program
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 1:30pm
Where: Soldiers and Sailors Monument, 3 Public Square (Southeast Quadrant), Cleveland, OH 44113

Euclid – Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
Parade starts at E. 228 St. and Lakeshore, proceeds west on Lakeshore to E. 222 St. then south on E. 222 St. and end at the Veterans Memorial next to Euclid City Hall.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; Graveside Services: 7:45am Euclid Cemetery, 8:15am St. Paul’s Cemetery, 9:30am Parade Assembly; Parade Begins: 10am; Services at the Veterans Memorial next to City Hall: 11am (approx)
Route: Begins at Lakeshore Blvd. and travels south down East 222nd.

Fairview Park – Parade & Ceremony
On Memorial Day, May 30, 2016, We Do Care will hold its annual observance in the rotunda at City Hall at 8am. Following the ceremony, the annual parade will step off at approximately 9am from Corrigan Craciun Funeral Home at West 208 St. and Lorain Rd. The parade, led by the American Legion Post 738 Color Guard, will guide all to the Fairview Park Cemetery where the Legion will honor all veterans. An open house at the American Legion Hall follows the ceremony. All are welcome to enjoy an old-fashioned cookout.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 8am
Route: The annual parade will step off from Corrigan Craciun Funeral Home at West 208 St. and Lorain Rd.

Independence – Memorial Day Service & Parade
Services hosted by the V.F.W Post 3483 and the Ladies Auxiliary Post 3483. After the parade, join friends and neighbors at Drug Mart for a hot dog vookout with chips and Pepsi. Enjoy the sounds of the Independence High School Marching Band. All proceeds will benefit the Marching Band.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9am

Mayfield Village 27th Memorial Day Tribute – Parade & Ceremony
Join this celebration to honor veterans of all wars.
When: Sunday, May 29, 2016; 1pm-2pm
Where: Whitehaven Memorial Park, 615 SOM Center Rd., Mayfield, OH 44143

Middleburg Heights – 2016 Woodvale Cemetery Memorial Day Services
Memorial Day Services honoring those who served our country.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9am
Where: Woodvale Cemetery, 7535 Engle Rd., Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

Parma Heights – Parade & Ceremony
When: Monday, May 30, 2016
Route: Service on the front lawn of Parma South Presbyterian Church. The parade will follow and end at the Parma Heights Cemetery.

Richmond Heights – Memorial Day Ceremony
Join the City of Richmond Heights for our annual Memorial Day Ceremony, which will begin at 10am at the Community Park Veteran’s Memorial. Colonel Carl Carter will serve as a special guest speaker, and Andrew Minor will play taps. Guests will be able to enjoy an opening and closing prayer, flag raising, greeting from Mayor David H. Roche, free refreshments, and more.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am-11am
Where: Richmond Heights Community Park Veteran’s Memorial, 26789 Highland Rd., Cleveland, OH 44143

Shaker Heights – Memorial Day Parade & Pancake Breakfast
Be part of Shaker’s Memorial Day festivities. The Memorial Day Ceremony will take place at City Hall at 9am. Watch the parade along Van Aken Boulevard, then stay for a swim (ID required and regular admission fees apply). The annual Pancake Breakfast will take place in Thornton Park from 7:30am-9:30am. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, coffee, orange juice, and milk. Proceeds benefit the Lynn Ruffner Recreation for Youth Scholarship Fund. Cost: $7 per adult, $5 per child (ages 5-12), and $3/child (ages 4 & under)
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; Pancake Breakfast: 7:30am-9:30am, Memorial Day Parade: 9am-11am
Where: New Location! Shaker Heights City Hall, 3400 Lee Rd., Shaker Heights, OH 44120 (Parade route: Watch the parade, which follows along Van Aken Boulevard in the westbound lane, finishing at Thornton Park. Stay for a swim; ID required, and regular admission fees apply.

Solon – Memorial Day Observance
We will assemble at 9:30am in front of Veterans Memorial Park for coffee and donuts. The ceremony begins promptly at 10am. This will include the march to and from Roselawn Cemetery with services taking place at the cemetery.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am

Strongsville – Memorial Day Ceremony
There will be no Memorial Day parade this year due to the Pearl Road resurfacing project. The traditional Memorial Day service will take place as usual at the Freedom Trail Gazebo. The service will include tributes to fallen military heroes.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 11am
Route: Freedom Trail Gazebo, Strongsville, OH

University Heights – 50th Annual Memorial Day Parade
The City’s 50th Memorial Day Parade – the longest running Memorial Day parade on the east side of Cleveland – will begin at Silsby and Saybrook Roads, running up Washington Boulevard, and ending at John Carroll University. The Memorial Day parade festivities will be held on the Hamlin Quad at John Carroll University, between Dolan Science Center and the Administration Building (the big clock tower). Look forward to great food, fun activities, and a Memorial Day ceremony.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 11am-12pm

Westlake – Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am-12pm
Where: Clague Park, Westlake, OH 44145

Memorial Day Events in Geauga County

Auburn Township – Memorial Day Parade & Service
Assemble at New Hope Christian Fellowship Church. Color Guard marches to Maple Shade Cemetery at 9am for a ceremony including a vocalist selection, prayers, Laying of the Wreath, bagpiper, reading of names, Volley, and Taps. The Color Guard then marches to Shadyside Cemetery at approximately 10am for a dedication ceremony featuring a vocalist selection, Invocation, lowering and folding of the American flag, raising of the American and POW/MIA flags, raising of Armed Services flag, bagpiper, guest speaker, Volley, and Taps.
When: Sunday, May 29, 2016; 9am
Route: Parade starts at New Hope Christian Fellowship Church (the former Auburn School) on Washington and marches to the Maple Shade Cemetery (corner of Auburn Road and Washington Street) where a ceremony will be held.

Memorial Day Events in Lake County

Avon Lake – Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade
Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park following the parade at 10:45am.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am
Route: Parade begins at Avon Lake High School, 175 Avon Belden Rd., Avon Lake, OH 44012; Veterans Memorial Park, 32756 Lake Rd., Avon Lake, OH 44012

Mentor – Memorial Day Walking Parade & Ceremony
Join the City of Mentor as we pay tribute to those who have served our country. Parade units gather in the Heinen’s parking lot at 9am. Step-off for the solemn processional begins at 9:30am and follows Mentor Ave. to Hopkins Rd. to Mentor Cemetery.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9:30am-10:30am
Where: Mentor Municipal Cemetery, 6881 Hopkins Rd., Mentor, OH 44060

Mentor on the Lake – Annual Memorial Day Parade
When: Sunday, May 29, 2016; 1pm

Painesville – Memorial Day Parade and Concert
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; Parade: 10am, Americana Concert with Fallen Heroes
Ceremony: 11:30am-1pm
Route: The parade begins at 10am at Riverside Cemetery (385 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH 44077) travels north down Riverside Dr. to Madison Ave., then West on Madison Ave. to Evergreen Cemetery (501 E. Main Street, Painesville, OH 44077). There will be a short service at the cemetery immediately following the parade. The concert begins at 11:30am at Veteran’s Park (1 Liberty St., Painesville, OH 44077).

Wickliffe – Memorial Day Parade
Hosted by Wickliffe American Legion Post #7.
When: Monday, May 30, 2916; 10am
Route: Parade steps off from the corner of Euclid Ave. and Worden Rd., continuing west on Euclid, up Bishop Rd., and ending at Wickliffe City Hall.

Willoughby – Memorial Day Parade
Take time to honor and remember those who gave their lives for our freedom. Parade will start in Downtown Willoughby and travel to Willoughby Cemetery. Ceremonies held immediately following. Ceremonies will be held rain or shine.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9:30am
Route: Parade will start in Downtown Willoughby, travel to Park Ave., and then to Willoughby Cemetery.

Memorial Day Events in Lorain County

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 30, 2016
Route: Parade begins in town square in downtown Elyria.

City of North Ridgeville Memorial Day Parade – Memorial Day Parade
Leaves from the Marc’s parking lot at 9:45am to the North Ridgeville Middle School. Ceremony will be held at the Ranger Stadium immediately following the parade.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9:45am
Where: Marc’s Parking Lot (34800 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville, OH 44039) to Middle School Ranger Stadium, 35835 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville, OH 44039

Memorial Day Events in Medina County

Brunswick – Memorial Day Program and Parade
The VFW Post 9520 and the American Legion Post 234 have scheduled a Memorial Day Program for Monday, May 30, 2016 at 10:00 am at the Visintainer School grounds, followed by a parade that will begin at 10:30am and proceed to Westview Cemetery. The parade will begin forming at 9:30am.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am-11am
Route: The Memorial Day Program begins at 10am at the Visintainer School grounds (1459 Pearl Rd., Brunswick, OH) and is immediately followed by a parade to Westview Cemetery.

Hinckley Township – Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
The Hinckley Boy Scout Troop 520 will hold a flag retirement ceremony after the Parade; please bring any tattered or frayed flag that needs to be destroyed to the ceremony. Refreshments will be served at the town hall by members of the Hinckley Women’s Club, and donuts will be supplied by the Hinckley Chamber.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9am
Where: The parade will start at 9am at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church (1088 Ridge Rd.) and proceed to the center of town, stopping at the Memorial Park, then on to the back of the fire station for the remaining ceremony.

Lodi – Memorial Day Parade
Lodi American legion will host our annual parade on Memorial Day. The parade will step off at 9am sharp and will march through the center of town to Woodlawn Cemetery. There will be a ceremony and a 21-Gun Salute followed by TAPS. From there, the ceremony will head back to the center of town to raise the flag.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 8:30am

Medina – Candlelight Vigil
This candlelight vigil honors and supports our military and their families.
When: Saturday, May 21, 2016; 7:30pm
Where: Medina’s Historic Square, Downtown Medina, OH

Valley City – Memorial Day Parade
Grab the kids. Its time for a parade. This annual VFW sponsored event gives the township a chance to remember our war dead, and to see local groups march in the parade.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 11am
Route: The parade lines up at 10:30am at the Township Community Center and steps off at 11am.

Westfield Center – Memorial Day Parade
The Village of Westfield Center has a parade each Memorial Day with prizes presented. The parade is followed by a tribute to honor veterans.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 11am
Route: Parade starts at the Ball Fields.

Memorial Day Events in Mahoning County

Boardman – Memorial Day Parade & Service
Mr. Thomas Petzinger 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 our 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 Club will serve as Master of Ceremonies. The Boardman High School Marching and Symphonic Bands will provide music for the Parade and Service. In the event of rain, the service will be held in the Boardman Center Middle School Auditorium.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am
Where: The Memorial Day Parade begins at Center Middle School at 10am, travels down 224 and ends at Boardman Park. Immediately following the Parade, join us at the Maag Theatre for a program honoring our Veterans.

Memorial Day Events in Portage County

Aurora – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
American Legion Ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m. The parade follows at 10 a.m.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; American Legion ceremony: 9:30am, Parade: 10am
Where: Starts 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 30, 2016; 10am
Route: Loretta Dr., eastbound on Tallmadge Rd. to Homeland Cemetery.

Suffield – Memorial Day Parade
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 2pm
Route: The parade starts at Catherine Street and proceeds west on Waterloo Road to the Suffield Elementary School.

Memorial Day Events in Stark County

Canal Fulton – Memorial Day Parade
Sponsored by Canal Fulton VFW Post 9795, the Memorial Day Parade forms at Lindsay Concrete at 12pm, steps off at 1pm, goes north on Canal St., turns onto Market St., and ends at City Hall, followed by a short ceremony with the VFW Post 9795 Rifle Squadron and Northwest High School Band.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 1pm

Canton – Canton Memorial Day Parade and Observance
The Greater Canton Veterans Council is sponsoring the Canton Memorial Day Parade and Observance on May 30. Parade begins at 10 am and travels from West Tusc St. and ends at the McKinley Monument. There will be a Memorial Day Observance following the parade to pay tribute to our fallen veterans.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am-12pm
Where: Parade steps off at West Tusc St. and ends at the McKinley Monument

Green – Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast
sponsored by Green Fire Local 2964, the pancake breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, orange juice, and coffee. Donations are accepted and will benefit local charities.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 7am-9am
Where: Fire Station #1, 4200 Massillon Rd., North Canton, OH 44720

Green – Memorial Day Parade
The Memorial Day Parade steps off at 10am from Green High School (1474 Boettler Rd.). The parade route travels east on Boettler Rd. to Massillon Rd., south (south bound lanes only) to Steese Rd., west to the Green Intermediate School, then back to the Green High School via Bulldog Blvd.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am

Green – Memorial Day Ceremony
In the event of inclement weather on May 30, the ceremony will be moved to the Queen of Heaven Parish Life Center, 1800 Steese Rd.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 12pm
Where: Green Veterans Memorial Park, 1900 Steese Rd.

Green – Community Picnic & Car Show
The picnic and car show will begin immediately following the Memorial Day Ceremony at approximately 12:30pm. The annual community picnic will be served at the John Torok Community/Senior Center, adjacent to the Green Veterans Memorial Park. The free picnic includes hot dog, chips, and drink.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 12:30pm
Where: John Torok Community/Senior Center, 4224 Massillon Rd., North Canton, OH 44720

Jackson Township – 5th Annual Field of Honor/Field of Heroes
On Memorial Day weekend, the corner of Fulton and Wales, at the Jackson Township Safety Center, will become a spectacular display of red, white, and blue with hundreds of American flags flying row upon row to honor the heroes in our lives.
When: May 27-30, 2016
Where: The corner of Fulton and Wales, at the Jackson Township Safety Center
Cost: The Field of Heroes is an opportunity for community members to pay tribute to their personal heroes (living or deceased) by contributing a $35 flag to fly in the Memorial Day display.

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

Hartville – 77th Annual Memorial Day Flea Market at Hartville MarketPlace and 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 26-28 & 30, 2016; All day
Where: Hartville MarketPlace and Flea Market, 1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632

Lakemore – Memorial Day Parade
The Annual Memorial Day Parade steps off from Tri-County Plaza at 1pm going north on Canton Rd., west on Springfield Lake Dr. following the curve to Main St., left onto Park Dr., and ending at Memorial Triangle. The parade will then disperse at the Edwin Shaw complex.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016

Massillon – Massillon Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonies
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; Service: 8:45am, Parade: 9:30am
Where: 1st Street South near Veterans Memorial Park, North to Lincoln Way, west to Erie St., south toward Massillon Cemetery

Massillon – Operation: Flags of Freedom
May 27-31, the Fields will be open for viewing 24 hours. On Saturday, the event kicks off with an opening ceremony at 9am, followed by a Veterans Breakfast (10am) and a community picnic (11am-5pm). The day concludes with Taps at 8:45pm and a candlelight vigil at 9am. Throughout the day (10am-5pm), families can enjoy American flag sales, children’s activities, basket raffle, educational resources, Marlboro Volunteers Military History Museum, Veterans Hospitality Tent, and American Red Cross K-9 Action Team.
When: Saturday, May 28, 2016
Where: Perry High School, 3737 13th St., Massillon, OH 44646

North Canton – Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
There will be a program at the Memorial in Bitzer Park (Square of City) following the parade. The parade will begin at 9am. Streets will be closed and traffic maintained to accommodate this parade.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9am-11am
Where: Parade will marshal near Memorial Stadium on 7th St. NE starting at 8am. The parade will march along 7th Street NE to N. Main Street, turn south on Main Street, and end at the Memorial in Bitzer Park in the Square of City.

Paris Township – Memorial Day Service
Paris Township will hold a Memorial Day Service at Hawley Cemetery on Sunday, May 29. The township will replace flags on all graves with military markers on Saturday, May 28.
When: Sunday May 29, 2016; 1pm

Memorial Day Events in Summit County

Bath Township – 16th 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 with speaker Dick Calta, USAF retired, patriotic music, etc.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 12pm
Where: Bath Veterans Memorial Park, southeast corner of Cleveland-Massillon and Bath roads

Hudson – Memorial Day Parade
The Annual Memorial Day Parade is sponsored and organized by the American Legion.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 8am-11am
Route: Milford Rd. and Veterans Way, Hudson, OH 44236

Kenmore – Kenmore Community Days Parade
When: Saturday, May 28, 2016; 11am
Route: The parade begins at Kenmore High School at 16th St. and Battles Ave., proceeds east to 13th St, right on 13th St. to Kenmore Blvd., right on Kenmore Blvd. to 22nd St., right on 22nd St. to Battles Ave., right on Battles Ave. and ends at festival grounds at Prentiss Park.

Kenmore – Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks Spectacular
Come and enjoy the only Memorial Day Fireworks display in the Akron Area!
When: Sunday, May 29, 2016; 7:30pm-9:30pm
Where: Prentiss Park, Akron, OH 44314

Lakemore – Memorial Day Parade
Our parade is one of celebration until reaching Lake Road. During this part of the parade, we celebrate those who have served our country. Once the unit turns onto Lake Road, we go into “cadence only” mode. It is during this part of the parade that we remember those who have fallen and approach the Memorial Triangle in a solemn manner. Keeping with tradition, we will be having a memorial and re-dedication service shortly following the parade at the Memorial Triangle.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016
Route: The parade route will be going northbound on Canton Rd., westbound on Springfield Lake
Dr., following the curve to Main St., left onto Park Dr., and ending at the Memorial Triangle. The parade will then disburse at the Edwin Shaw complex at Sanitarium Road.

New Franklin – New Franklin Memorial Day Parade and Remembrance Service
The church will provide a free pancake breakfast for all participants. The parade route heads south from 5781 Manchester Rd. and turns right onto Nimisila Rd. (approx. 1 mile), and ends at Manchester Cemetery. Awards will be given for “Best Decorated” bicycles, floats, and antique cars.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am
Route: Parade lines up at 9am and steps off at 10am from the Grace Bible Church parking lot at 5781 Manchester Rd.

Tallmadge – Memorial Day Parade and Service
Services following the parade will include welcoming remarks, a prayer, a speech, the placing of the wreath for our fallen Veterans, and the playing of Taps.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 10am
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 SHARP and turning south to the Tallmadge Circle. The route turns left onto the circle to Southwest Avenue to the NEW entrance of Tallmadge Cemetery, where services will be held at the speakers stage.

Tallmadge – Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast
The Tallmadge Chamber of Commerce for their annual Memorial Day pancake breakfast featuring all-you-can-eat pancakes, along with sausage, orange juice, milk, coffee, and tea. Pricing as follows.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 8am-12pm
Where: Tallmadge Community Center, 80 Community Rd., Tallmadge, OH 44278
Cost: $6 for adult pancake breakfast, $4 for children ages 4-10, FREE for children ages 3 and under

Memorial Day Events in Trumbull County

Girad – Memorial Day Pot Luck Breakfast
Bring your favorite dish to share and come help us honor and remember all who have served and continue to serve in our armed forces.
When: Tuesday, May 24, 2016; 9am
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 29, 2016; 3pm
Where: Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. NW, Warren, OH 44483

Memorial Day Events in Tuscarawas County

Bolivar – Village of Bolivar Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9am

Mineral City – Atwood Memorial Day weekend Celebration
Atwood Lake Park will celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a bike parade, corn hole tournament, kayaking, and tie dying activities.
When: May 28-30, 2016
Where: Atwood Lake Park, 9500 Lakeview Rd., Mineral City, OH 44656

Memorial Day Events in Wayne County

Orrville – Orrville Memorial Day Processional & Ceremony
The processional will begin at 9am at the library, heading south on Main St. to Market St., west to Crown Hill Rd., and then north to Crown Hill Cemetery for a ceremony.
When: Monday, May 30, 2016; 9am

If you know of any other Memorial Day Activities taking place across Northeast Ohio, please leave a comment below or email me and I will get them added to the list.