Memorial Day Weekend In Madison: What You Need To Know

MADISON, CT — It's officially official. Summer will begin this weekend. Maybe not by the calendar, but the season we all love is upon us. And more importantly, it's the weekend that we observe, and honor, the great sacrifice of those who have given their lives for our freedoms: Memorial Day Weekend.

So without further ado, thanks to the town and the Madison Chamber of Commerce for providing the information to compile a list of Memorial Day happenings in Madison. Yes, it won't resemble any Memorial Day in a century (first celebrated by freed slaves and originally called Decoration Day), but we'll celebrate nonetheless, even if only in our own backyards.

Memorial Day Livestream Ceremony
Madison's American Legion and VFW will not hold a Memorial Day Parade this year, but there will be a remote Memorial Day Ceremony that commemorates those men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. A small number of officials, led by Griswold Post 79 Commander, Donna Farrell, and VFW 2096 Commander, Larry Brundrett will honor our fallen heroes. Residents are welcomed and encouraged to watch the ceremony from home on Monday, May 25 at 10 a.m. on this YouTube Livestream

This Friday and every Friday in May: Free Organ Concerts on the Green 12:15-12:45 from the 1st Congregational Church, rain or shine. Stay in your car, or listen from a folding chair or blanket.

The Madison Farmers Market will start its season today May 22nd, 3-6pm at SALT MEADOW PARK. Orders must be done on line, prepaid, and shoppers must remain in their cars for pickup.

Reminder: Madison's beaches are open to RESIDENTS ONLY on weekends and holidays, so either get your beach pass or be prepared to show proof of residency.

Many Madison shops have reopened and many restaurants have outdoor dining as well as takeout now! Check out the latest updates here.