Pasadena Memorial Day Remembrance to Commemorate Service, Sacrifice and Legacy

PASADENA, Calif.-The public is invited to join the City of Pasadena and the Pasadena Veterans Day Committee at the Pasadena Memorial Day Remembrance on Monday, May 25, 2026, 10:30 a.m., at Memorial Park, 85 E. Holly St.

In this historic 251st year of the United States military and the 250th anniversary year of the Nation following the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this year's Memorial Day Remembrance will hold special significance as the community honors the men and women who gave their lives in service to the country over the past 251 years. The ceremony will also recognize by name the 320 members of the Pasadena community who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the War on Terror.

The Remembrance will include the Condor Squadron Missing Man Formation Flyover, military funeral honors with a flag presentation to a Gold Star family, and a 21-gun salute by the 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment. Cadets from the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps (USNSCC) Pasadena Division and the Blair High School Army Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) will also assist with the ceremony.

This year's keynote speaker is Lt. Colonel Steven Uziel, Inspector-Instructor for the 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment since 2025. The Invocation and Benediction will be delivered by Chaplain Ted Saraf, Chaplain of American Legion Post 13.

This event is sponsored by the City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) Department, Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena Management Association, Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 446, Martin Severance Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, and American Legion Post 13.

To request materials in alternative formats or other accommodations, please contact (626) 744-7311. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.