Anaheim Cemetery Memorial Day Program
Monday, May 25, 2026
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.

Veterans of War Memorial Day Event
Monday, May 25, 2026

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

Veterans of War Memorial Day Event
updated 2026 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

Memorial Day Ceremony
updated 2026 date and information coming soon
11 am

Help honor and remember the courageous men and women who fought for our freedom by joining the Freedom Committee of Orange County and the Stanley W. Ekstrom Foundation for its 71st Annual Memorial Day Ceremony.

LOCATION:
Harbor Lawn-Mt. Olive Memorial Park
1625 Gisler Ave.
Costa Mesa, CA

Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 25, 2026
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.

Free Admission & Parking, Souvenir Lapel Pins, Frozen Treats

LOCATION:
Forest Lawn - Cypress
4471 Lincoln Ave.
Cypress, CA

Veterans of War Memorial Day Event
Monday, May 25, 2026
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, call (949) 248-3500

Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremony
Monday, May 25, 2026
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

Loma Vista Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 25, 2026
9:45 am - 12:45 pm

The Woman’s Club of Fullerton will be taking part by presenting a wreath to honor our fallen heroes. Members of the public and all veterans are invited to attend. This is the oldest continuous Memorial Day ceremony in Orange County. Fullerton’s program began in 1939 when C. Stanley Chapman, a WWI veteran and son of the City’s first mayor, began the tradition of placing a small white cross and an American flag at the graves of about 50 veterans at Loma Vista. Presently there are nearly 4,400 American flags placed at the grave sites.

LOCATION:
Loma Vista Memorial Park
701 E. Bastanchury Road
Fullerton

Memorial Day Ceremony
2026 information coming soon
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

Memorial Day Ceremonies
Monday, May 25, 2026
10 - 11:30 am

The City of Irvine invites the community to join us for our annual Memorial Day Ceremony in the Formal Garden at Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park, Monday, May 25, beginning at 10 a.m. This meaningful ceremony honors all fallen American service members who gave their lives defending our freedom. A Commanding Officer from Irvine adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion will offer a time of reflection and tribute for these brave men and women.

LOCATION:
Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park
4 Civic Center Plaza
Irvine, CA 92606

Memorial Day Half Marathon
Monday, May 25, 2026

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.

El Toro Memorial Park Memorial Day Program
Monday, May 25, 2026
11 am

The program will include special guest speaker U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Greg Munck. Third District Supervisor Donald Wagner will also be providing Memorial Day remarks. 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, Richard Chasin and local guitarist and vocalist Gene Smith will provide prelude and postlude special mustic

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.

La Palma Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 25, 2026
9 am

The Memorial Day Ceremony has become one of the most time-honored traditions in La Palma. Having existed for over 40 years, the Ceremony pays tribute to the dedication and sacrifices the men and women of our Nation’s Armed Forces have made. Every Memorial Day, the City of La Palma honors their service in defense of our Freedom and its sacrifice for Liberty throughout the world.

LOCATION:
Civic Center
7822 Walker Street
La Palma, CA 90623

Mission Viejo Memorial Day Virtual Ceremony
Monday, May 25, 2026
8:30 am

The ceremony features guest speaker Colonel Charles "Clay" Readinger, Commanding Officer of Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division, and a tribute to Megan McClung, a Mission Viejo resident who died serving the U.S. 20 years ago. The event will also boast a live vocal performance by Chad Berlinghieri, a performer with the LA Philharmonic and Opera Pacific at the Orange County Performing Arts Center.

LOCATION:
City Hall, The Kershaw Garden
200 Civic Center
Mission Viejo

INFORMATION:
949-470-3061

Field of Honor Display
May 15-25, 2026

The Exchange Club of Newport Harbor is presenting their annual Field of Honor, a beautiful and patriotic event where 1,776 American flags are placed along the winding paths of Castaways Park overlooking the ocean.

LOCATION:
Castaways Park
700 Dover Drive
Newport Beach, CA

Memorial Day Observance
Monday, May 25, 2026
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.

Santa Ana Cemetery Memorial Day Program
Monday, May 25, 2026
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 program will take place in front of the Soldiers' Monument near the entrance from Santa Clara Ave. The program will include a color guard, a parade of flags, special guest speakers, wreath presentations, and inspiring patriotic music, and a special cannon salute.

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.

Memorial Day Services
updated 2026 date and information coming soon
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

Westminster Memorial Park's Annual Memorial Day Service
Monday, May 25, 2026
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Join us to honor and remember the military men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Service will include missing man flyover, refreshments, face painting and much more.

LOCATION:
Westminster Memorial Park
14801 Beach Blvd
Westminster, CA

Commemorate Memorial Day at the Nixon Library
2026 event information coming soon

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.

LOCATION:
Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd
Yorba Linda, CA 92886