Memorial Day Observances in Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE — Memorial Day is Monday, May 30. For some, Memorial Day is an extra day off of work filled with family gatherings, an outdoor celebration or a chance to get that garden or landscaping work done.

But for all of us, Memorial Day is exactly that, a day set aside to honor the memories of friends, family and loved ones who lost their lives serving our country in the armed forces.

Here are the Memorial Day observances in your area.

Memorial Day in Milwaukee:

Wood National Cemetery

• Monday, May 30, 2016
• 9:10 AM- 10:30 AM (CST)
• Wood National Cemetery, 5000 W. National Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53295
• Join us for our Memorial Day Ceremony as we honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
• 8:50 a.m. – Vintage Mix Quartet
• 9:10 a.m. – Milwaukee American Legion Band
• 9:30 a.m. – Presentation of Colors & Ceremony

Milwaukee Memorial Day Parade

The Milwaukee annual Memorial Day Parade steps off at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 30. It starts at the intersection of 4th St. and Wisconsin Ave. and goes east to the War Memorial Center. Wreath Laying - POW/MIA Ceremony takes place immediately following the parade.

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