Northville Memorial Day Parade

The Northville Memorial Day Parade is a solemn community observance held in Northville, Michigan, to honor and mourn the United States military personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty.

Event Schedule and Locations

• Date: Monday, May 25, 2026
• Start Time: 10:00 AM
• Starting Point: Downtown Northville

Parade Route and Ceremonies

The procession follows a meaningful path through the city, stopping at local sites of remembrance:

• Downtown Procession: The parade steps off at 10:00 AM and travels through the main streets of the downtown area.
• Oakwood Cemetery: The parade makes a brief, respectful stop at Oakwood Cemetery during the route for a short observance.
• Rural Hill Cemetery: The parade concludes at Rural Hill Cemetery, where the final portion of the event takes place.
• Official Memorial Ceremony: Immediately following the parade’s arrival at Rural Hill Cemetery, a formal ceremony is held. This tribute is organized and led by the Northville VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) and the American Legion to pay final honors to the fallen.

Participation and Support

• Sponsorship: The event is supported by local businesses and "Presenting Sponsors" coordinated by the Northville Chamber of Commerce.
• Registration: Local groups wishing to participate in the 2026 parade must register in advance through the Chamber’s official portal.
• Military Banner Program: In conjunction with Memorial Day, the city often features a Military Banner Program to display the names and faces of local service members throughout the community

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