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Anaheim Cemetery Memorial Day Program
Monday, May 26, 2025
11 am
The Orange County Cemetery District will once again host in person Memorial Day Services honoring veterans at all three of the District's cemeteries; Anaheim Cemetery, El Toro Memorial Park and Santa Ana Cemetery.
The program is sponsored by the American Legion Post 72 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3173. The observance will include special guest speakers, a wreath presentation and a Rifle Volley Salute. The Orange County Cemetery District wishes to thank all of the many volunteers who are making this program possible.
LOCATION:
Anaheim Cemetery, on the steps of the Community Mausoleum
1400 E Sycamore St
Anaheim, CA
INFORMATION:
If you want further information about the services, please call the District office at (949) 951-9102. |
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 Veterans
of War Memorial Day Event
updated 2025 date and information coming soon
7:30AM - 2:30PM
We will be hosting our yearly event here at Memory Garden Memorial Park & Mortuary to honor our veterans. Visitor's are welcome to come down to view the flags during and after their placement. We ask volunteer's to arrive between 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM.
Memory Garden's first "Avenue of the Flags" displayed six flags on May 30, 1958. Today there are over 1100 full size burial flags flown each Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Each one of these flags was given by a grateful nation to the family of a Veteran at the time of his or her passing. The grave of each Veteran interred in our cemetery will also be decorated with a white cross and a miniature flag.
LOCATION:
Memory Garden Memorial Park and Mortuary
455 W Central Ave
Brea, CA |
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Veterans
of War Memorial Day Event
updated 2025 date and information coming soon
11 am
The public is invited to join Pacific View Memorial Park for a special Memorial Day event in honor and celebration of those who have proudly served our country.
LOCATION:
Pacific View Memorial Park & Mortuary
3500 Pacific View Dr
Corona del Mar, California 92625
INFORMATION:
For more information, please call 949.644.2700 |
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Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 26, 2025
10 am
Forest Lawn – Cypress will be providing a Special Memorial Day Celebration. Program highlights include Keynote address, Invocation, Ceremonial wreath presentation, Patriotic music, and Color Guard
LOCATION:
Forest Lawn - Cypress
4471 Lincoln Ave.
Cypress, CA |
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 Veterans
of War Memorial Day Event
Monday, May 26, 2025
10-11:00 am
Dana Point Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #9934 and the City of Dana Point will hold their annual Memorial Day Services at Pines Park. This is a solemn service to honor all military personnel who have given their life defending and preserving freedom for the United States of America and helping others establish their freedom.
LOCATION:
Pines Park
34941 Camino Capistrano
Capistrano Beach, California
INFORMATION:
For more information about the event, or VFW membership or donations, call 949-248-7696 |
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Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremony
May 26, 2025
10am - 1 pm
The City of Fountain Valley and Fountain Valley Community Foundation in partnership with the West Orange County Veterans of Foreign Wars Post & Auxiliary 9557 presents Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremony.
LOCATION:
Veterans Park
17635 Los Alamos Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708 |
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Fullerton Memorial Day Ceremony
May 26, 2025
10 am
Free to the public, the program is sponsored by the nonprofit American Veterans Memorial Association and the City of Fullerton. Members of the public including all veterans and their families are invited to attend.
Guest speaker: Colonel Robert Davis, US Space Force, Theme: Reaching for the Stars, Seating provided, but recommend hats and sunscreen
LOCATION:
Loma Vista Memorial Park
701 E. Bastanchury Road
Fullerton |
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Memorial
Day Ceremony
Monday, May 26, 2025
11 am
Join guest speakers and American Legion Post 133 for a tribute to honor the brave men & women who gave their lives to defend our freedom. The Ceremony will be held at Pier Plaza at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 26th
LOCATION:
Huntington Beach Pier
325 Pacific Coast Highway, Pier Plaza
Huntington Beach, CA 92648 |
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Memorial Day Ceremonies
Monday, May 26, 2025
10 - 11:30 am
The City of Irvine hosts its annual Memorial Day Ceremony in the Formal Garden. This meaningful ceremony honors all fallen American service members who gave their lives defending our freedom. A Commanding Officer from Irvine's adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion will offer a time of reflection and tribute for these brave men and women. For those wishing to express their gratitude, the City will provide cards for you to write messages of support and appreciation to the members of Irvine's adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion.
LOCATION:
Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park
4 Civic Center Plaza
Irvine, CA 92606
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 Memorial
Day Half Marathon
Monday, May 26, 2025
Honoring the United States Marine Corps Dark Horse Battalion, this
favorite Memorial Day running event takes
place in the beautiful Orange County cities
of Laguna Hills, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Woods,
and Laguna Niguel. Runners and walkers of
all experience levels are invited to come
out and enjoy the Memorial Day festivities!
With a half marathon (13.1 miles), 5K Run/Walk (3.1 miles), 10K Run/Walk (6.2 miles) and a Kid's Run (1/2 Mile), there is something for everyone!
INFORMATION:
Starts in front of the Saddleback Memorial Medical Center and finishes at the Laguna Hills Community Center. |
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El Toro Memorial Park Memorial Day Program
Monday, May 26, 2025
11 am
The program will include the reading of General Logan's Order, the recognition of attending Veterans and Blue and Gold Star Mothers, and a wreath presentation by representatives from the surrounding cities. An Honor Guard Firing Salute will be provided by members of VFW Post 6024. Special music will be provided by the Master Chorale of Saddleback Valley. Musician, Richard Cook will play "Amazing Grace" on the bagpipes and the sounding of "Taps' will be played by bugler, Alfred Lang.
The program will be held in the Old Section at the rear of the park. The program is free to the public and will take place rain or shine. Attendees are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs and seating for 400 will be provided.
LOCATION:
El Toro Memorial Park
25751 Trabuco Rd
Lake Forest, CA
INFORMATION:
If you want further information about the services, please call the District office at (949) 951-9102, extension 110. |
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 Mission Viejo Memorial Day Virtual Ceremony
Monday, May 26, 2025
8:30 am
The City’s Memorial Day ceremony will include guest speakers, a color guard, bag piper, rifle salute, a live vocal performance and taps. The ceremony will feature sign language interpreter for the hearing impaired.
Coffee and light refreshments will be served after the ceremony.
LOCATION:
City Hall, The Kershaw Garden
200 Civic Center
Mission Viejo
INFORMATION:
949-470-3061
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Memorial Day Observance
Monday, May 26, 2025
11 am - 12 noon
The City of San Clemente invites you to join community leaders on Memorial Day as they commemorate our fallen veterans. The program is held outdoors and is free and open to the public. Seating is limited. Please come early to ensure time to find parking.
LOCATION:
Community Center
100 N. Calle Seville
San Clemente, California 92672
INFORMATION:
For more information please contact the City’s Recreation Division at (949) 361-8264. |
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Santa Ana Cemetery Memorial Day Program
updated 2025 date and information coming soon
10 am
The Orange County Cemetery District will once again host Memorial Day Services honoring veterans at all three of the District's cemeteries; Anaheim Cemetery, El Toro Memorial Park and Santa Ana Cemetery.
The observance is organized by the Tri-City Memorial Day Committee and includes participation from multiple organizations in Santa Ana, Tustin and Orange.
LOCATION:
Santa Ana Cemetery
1919 E Santa Clara Ave
Santa Ana, CA
INFORMATION:
If you want further information about the services, please call the District office at (949) 951-9102. |
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Memorial Day Services
Monday, May 26, 2025
11 am
Annual Memorial Day services will be held at the United States National Submarine Memorial West, located at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach.
The free event is open to the public and no advance reservations are needed. Observance will include speeches by local community leaders.
LOCATION:
Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach
800 Seal Beach Blvd |
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 Commemorate Memorial Day at the Nixon Library
Monday, May 26, 2025
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
In honor of those who lost their lives in service to our country, the Nixon Foundation will host a Memorial Day program on Monday, May 26. Programming will begin at 10:30 with a formal presentation of colors and remarks.
At 11:00 AM the Huntington Concert Band will perform its spectacular repertoire of patriotic favorites in the Nixon Library’s exact replica of America’s Grand Ballroom, more formally known as the White House East Room.
LOCATION:
Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
INFORMATION:
Register here |
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