Oakland County Memorial Day Parades 2026 – Memorial Day parades, events, and celebrations in Oakland County MI to honor those that died serving our country. Memorial Day is May 25, 2026.
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Oakland County Memorial Day Parades & Events 2026
(WEATHER DEPENDENT / SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 Oakland County Memorial Day Parades
Novi Memorial Day Events
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:30p
Novi Memorial Day Event – Novi Memorial Day Ceremony
Fuerst Park (45325 W 10 Mile Rd, Novi, Michigan 48375, 248-347-0456)
Veterans and a guest are invited to have dinner under the big tent. Veterans are encouraged to pre-register by calling 248-347-0400 if planning on attending. Free light refreshments will be available to the general public. Following the concert, veterans both living and deceased will be honored with a fitting tribute with VFW Post #1519 Parading the Colors, laying a wreath, playing the taps and the 21-gun salute. . Hosted by the City of Novi.
Thursday, May 21, 2026 / Oakland County Memorial Day Events
Madison Heights Memorial Day Events
Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7p
Madison Hts Memorial Day Event – Madison Heights Memorial Day Remembrance Concert
Civic Center Park (360 W 13 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071)
In the fall of 2025, the Madison Heights Parade Committee agreed to move from a parade to a Memorial Day Remembrance Concert. Displays available at 6:15p, concert from 7-8:30 with Motor City Brass Band (bring chairs). This event is hosted by the GFWC Madison Heights Women’s Club and the City of Madison Heights.
Friday, May 22, 2026 / Oakland County Memorial Day Events
Southfield Memorial Day Events
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 9a
Southfield Memorial Day Event – Southfield Memorial Day Ceremony
Southfield City Hall (26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI)
The program will feature a keynote address by Matthew Daigler, PMP, Program Director of Detroit Veteran Village with the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, along with remarks and tributes. Traditional elements of remembrance will include a moment of silence, wreath placement, a 21-gun salute, and the playing of Taps. Residents are encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be provided immediately following the ceremony. For more info, visit cityofsouthfield.com.
Saturday, May 25, 2026 / Oakland County Memorial Day Parades & Events
Sunday, May 24, 2026 / Oakland County Memorial Day Events
Holly Memorial Day Ceremony
Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 1p
Holly Memorial Day Ceremony – Great Lakes National Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony
Great Lakes National Cemetery (4200 Belford Rd, Holly, MI)
A crowd of several thousand veterans, families, friends and the general public are expected to attend a Memorial Day Ceremony honoring deceased veterans interred at the Great Lakes National Cemetery. For more info, call 248-858-0785 or visit cem.va.gov
Monday, May 25, 2026 / Oakland County Memorial Day Parades & Events
Highland Twp Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 8a, 8:45a, & 9:30a – Parade starts at 11a
Highland Twp Memorial Day Events – Highland Twp Memorial Day Ceremonies
Highland Cemetery (561 N Milford Rd, Highland Charter Twp, MI 48357)
Highland Veterans Memorial Park (200 W Livingston Rd, Highland Charter Twp, MI 48357)
West Highland Cemetery (S Hickory Ridge Rd, Milford, MI 48380)
American Legion Post 216 (510 W Commerce, St. Milford, MI)
3 ceremonies conducted by Highland VFW Post 9914. NOTE – Ceremonies are very brief. Those planning on attending should arrive at the locations well before the scheduled start times. 8a at Highland Cemetery, 8:45a at Highland Veterans Memorial Park, and 9:30a at West Highland Cemetery. For more info, visit highlandtwp.net.
Lake Orion Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 9a, 10a, & 11a
Lake Orion Memorial Day – Lake Orion Memorial Day Parade
Blanche Sims Elementary School (465 E Jackson St, Lake Orion, MI 48362)
Lake Orion will host brief ceremonies at 9a at Eastlawn Cemetery (37 E Flint Road Lake Orion) and at 10a in Downtown Lake Orion at Children’s Park (201 S Broadway St #335, Lake Orion, MI 48362). A parade will be held in Downtown Lake Orion at Flint St & Broadway at 11a. Parade steps off at Blanche Sims Elementary School (465 E Jackson St, Lake Orion, MI 48362). If you would like to participate in the parade, please contact 248-693-2782. These events are all hosted by American Legion Post 233 – Charlton-Polan Post.
Royal Oak Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 9a
Royal Oak Memorial Day Event – Royal Oak Memorial Day Parade
The parade will start on Main Street at Lincoln and will proceed north to Second Street The parade has been held on Memorial Day for several decades as a respectful tribute to our veterans – past and present. To apply to be in the parade or for more information, visit romi.gov/parade
South Lyon Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 9a
South Lyon Memorial Day Event – South Lyon Memorial Day Parade
Downtown South Lyon Michigan
Organized by VFW Post 2502. The parade launches at 9a from Bartlett Elementary and makes its way down 10 Mile through downtown. The parade ends in the South Lyon Cemetery with a ceremony that commemorates the contributions and sacrifices of all veterans. Organized by South Lyon VFW Post 1224.
Birmingham Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10a
Birmingham Memorial Day Event – Birmingham Memorial Day Service
Shain Park (151 Martin Street, Birmingham MI)
The annual observance of Memorial Day in Shain Park includes addresses by the Mayor and State Representative, patriotic music, and an introduction of veterans. Civil War reenactors will assist in the service. For more information, contact 248-258-9007. Hosted by bhamgov.com.
Clawson Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10a
Clawson Memorial Day Events – Clawson Memorial Day Ceremony
Memorial Park Gazebo (next to Blair Memorial Library)
Join the Clawson Community to honor fallen heroes with a brief ceremony in honor of the fallen men and women in service. Hosted by the City of Clawson.
Farmington / Farmington Hills Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10a
Farmington / Farmington Hills Memorial Day Events – Farmington Memorial Day Parade
Intersection of Grand River & Orchard Lake Road
The parade will start near the intersection of Grand River Avenue and Orchard Lake Road and travel one mile west on Grand River. The event ends with a ceremony at Memorial Park at Grand River Avenue & Oakland Street, followed by a free community luncheon hosted at the American Legion. The Parade Committee is looking for volunteers who would like to join the team and help organize and manage the event. For more information, visit the American Legion Post 346 website at www.memorialdayparade.us or call 248-478-9174. Hosted by American Legion Post 346, The City of Farmington Hills, and the City of Farmington.
108th Ferndale Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10a
Ferndale Memorial Day Event – Ferndale Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
Ferndale Michigan
The parade begins on Livernois at Maplehurst, north to Oakridge St, west to Pinecrest, south to Nine Mile Rd, east to Livernois, and south on Livernois to the Veteran’s Memorial Mall for ceremony at 11a. Hosted by the Ferndale Memorial Association.
Hazel Park Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10a Sharp
Hazel Park Memorial Day Event – Hazel Park Memorial Day Ceremony and Hazel Park Memorial Day Parade
Hazel Park Jr High School (22770 Highland Ave #1803, Hazel Park, MI 48030)
Join the City of Hazel park on Memorial Day for a ceremony starting at 9:30a Hazel Park Jr High School. Route goes to the Hazel Park Community Center near Green Acres Park. Hosted by the City of Hazel Park.
Northville Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026 from 10a-noon
Northville Memorial Day Events – Northville Chamber of Commerce Memorial Day Parade
W Cady Street, Northville, MI 48167
The Parade is an observance to honor and mourn the US military personnel who have died while serving in the United State Armed Forces. The parade marches down Main Street to Wing Street, then West down Cady Street, briefly stopping at Oakwood Cemetery on West Cady Street. It then proceeds to Rural Hill Cemetery where there will be a memorial service starting at 11a. Hosted by the Northville Chamber of Commerce and VFH Post 4012.
Novi Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10a
Novi Memorial Day Events – Novi Memorial Day Parade
Novi Meadow Brook Commons (25075 Meadowbrook Rd)
Parade will begin at Novi Memorial Commons and end at the Novi Civic Center. To be part of this annual community event that also honors Veterans and those currently serving, call 248-347-0400. Hosted by the City of Novi.
Rochester / Rochester Hills Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 9a (see schedule below)
Rochester / Rochester Hills Memorial Day Event – Rochester Regional Chamber Foundation Parade of Heroes
9a – City of Rochester Ceremony at Mt Avon / 9:30a – Parade begins at Mt Avon Cemetery in Rochester / 10a – Parade ends at Veteran’s Point, Rochester Hills, with a closing Ceremony by Rochester Hills. Hosted by the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce. in conjunction with the City of Rochester, the City of Rochester Hills, and Oakland Twp.
Clarkston / Independence Twp Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 26, 2026 at 10a
Clarkston Memorial Day Events – Clarkston Memorial Day Service
Lakeview Cemetery (6150 White Lake Rd, Clarkston, MI 48348)
Event includes the Color Guard performing a rifle volley, raising of the flag and the playing of Taps, the Clarkston High School Band and Ladies in Mourning. For more information, call 248-625-9912 after 4p. This year, due to concerns over closing the road, there will be no parade. Hosted by American Legion Campbell-Richmond Post 63 and Independence Twp.
Holly Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10a
Holly Memorial Day Events – Memorial Day Parade
Downtown Holly
The Annual Holly Memorial Day Parade will begin in Downtown Holly (S Saginaw & E Maple St) and march over to Lakeside Cemetery for Memorial Day Services. Parade line-ups begin at 9:30a, parade starts at 10a. Hosted by American Legion Post 149 & VFW Post 5587.
Troy Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10a
Troy Memorial Day Event – Memorial Day Ceremony
Troy City Hall (500 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48084)
The City of Troy is holding their Memorial Day Ceremony at 10a at Veterans Memorial Plaza in front of City Hall. Join others to honor fallen men and women who served our country to ensure our freedom with memorializing speeches, music and reflection. The ceremony also includes raising of the colors by the Troy Police Department Honor Guard, and the laying of a Memorial Wreath. The public is welcome to attend. The ceremony usually lasts approximately one hour. For more information, contact the Community Affairs Department at 248-524-1147 visit troymi.gov.
Waterford Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10a
Waterford Memorial Day Event – Waterford Memorial Day Parade
Burke Lumber (Dixie Hwy and Sashabaw Rd, Waterford, MI)
The annual Memorial Day parade hosted by Pontiac Waterford Elks 810. The parade route is along Dixie Hwy. beginning at Sashabaw Rd., then traveling NW to the intersection of Dixie & Williams Lake Rd. For more info, visit www.waterfordmi.gov.
Auburn Hills Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 26, 2025 at 10:30a (lineup) 11a (parade begins)
Auburn Hills Memorial Day Event – Auburn Hills Memorial Day Parade
American Legion Hall (96 Churchill Rd, Auburn Hills, MI, 248-852-4880
The parade begins at the Avondale HS (2800 Waukegan St), proceeds to the MOMS Memorial, the Webster’s Cemetery and to the Auburn Hills American Legion (96 Churchill Rd) where a community picnic will follow the parade and ceremony from noon-2p. Hosted by American Legion Hill Gazette Post #143.
Berkley Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 11a and noon (2 ceremonies)
Berkley Memorial Day Events – Memorial Day Ceremonies
Berkley City Hall Gazebo (3338 Coolidge Hwy, Berkley, MI 48072) – Ceremony I
Berkley American Legion (2079 12 Mile Rd, Berkley, MI 48072)
American Legion Post 374 and VFW Post 9222 are hosting a Memorial Day Ceremony at City Hall. Following the ceremony, the Legion will host a post-ceremony at noon. Hosted by the City of Berkley. Hosted by the Berkley American Legion Stanley J. Fons Post 374.
Beverly Hills Memorial Day Events
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 11a
Beverly Hills Oakland County Memorial Day Parades Event – Beverly Hills Memorial Day Parade and Carnival
Birmingham Grove High School (20500 West Thirteen Mile Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025)
The parade begins at 11a in the east parking lot of Groves High School, travels north on Evergreen to Beverly and concludes at Beverly Park for a ceremony at 1p. Carnival follows the Parade at Beverly Park from noon-2p. For more info, visit villageofbeverlyhills.com
Milford Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 11a
Milford Memorial Day Event – Milford Memorial Day Parade
The Annual Milford Memorial Day Parade will take place on Main Street in Downtown Milford. Begins at the American Legion Hall at 510 W Commerce Rd in Milford. For more info, visit milfordtownship.com.
Oakland Twp Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 11a
Oakland Twp Memorial Day Event – Memorial Day Ceremony
Veteran’s Tribute of Oakland Twp (5236 Adams Rd, Oakland Township, MI 48363)
The VTOT will conduct a ceremony to honor our Nation’s Fallen Veterans on this solemn National Holiday. Email info@vtotmi.org If you would like to submit the name(s) of any fallen military Veterans from their family, friend or neighbors to be read aloud at the ceremony. Please bring a chair to sit on. Hosted by Veteran’s Tribute of Oakland Township.
Sylvan Lake Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 11a Parade / noon Ceremonies
Sylvan Lake Memorial Day Events – Sylvan Lake Memoria Day Parade
Sylvan Lake City Hall and Memorial Park
Face painting and bike decorating starts at 10a. The Parade will begin at 11a with the lineup at City Hall, parade starts at 11:30a, and ends at noon at Memorial Park with a brief ceremony. If you would like to volunteer at the parade / ceremony please contact sylvanlakeparade@gmail.com.
Village of Franklin Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 11a
Franklin Memorial Day Events – Village of Franklin Memorial Day Ceremony
Franklin Cemetery (26298 Scenic Dr, Franklin, MI 48025)
A ceremony to honor veterans. “The Franklin Cemetery Association invites you to a day of remembrance in our beautiful cemetery. Over 258 veterans of wars dating back to the War of 1812 are laid to rest in our historic cemetery. All will be honored. This old-fashioned, patriotic service is filled with music and inspiration for young and old. Franklin Boy Scout Troup #1699, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department Honor Guard, and many other volunteers join to make this a special service”. Guest Speaker for 2026 will be Stephen Bancroft, Retired Army Chaplain. Smoke-Ring Bar-B-Q Food truck will be there for picnicking and refreshments. Please bring your own blanket or lawn chairs. Hosted by Franklin Cemetery.
Walled Lake Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2026 at 11a
Walled Lake / Oakland County Memorial Day Parades Events – Walled Lake Memorial Day Parade
begins at 850 Ladd Rd and ends at 1499 E West Maple Rd. For more info, visit walledlake.us.
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Madison Heights Memorial Day Events
Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 9a Check In / Parade Starts at 10a
Madison Hts Memorial Day Event – Madison Heights Memorial Day Parade
Huffman Park (400 W Cowan Madison Heights, MI 48071)
The Memorial Day Parade begins check-in at 9a at Huffman Park. People are asked to bring their own lawn chairs, and sit along the parade route. To participate, or learn more… visit madisonheightsparade.org or visit the parade’s facebook page.
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