Memorial Day historically has been a good weekend to get friends and family together for a picnic or barbeque to celebrate service people that have continually protected our country. Please find time to honor service people this weekend and always. It is because of their efforts that we can feel confident that we will be protected. If any service people are reading this I want you to know that I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your bravery for your unselfish dedication to keeping America safe. I am forever grateful.
Here is a list of events or activities for the Memorial weekend if you are looking for an outing to commemorate Memorial Day or find a family event.
🇺🇸 Memorial Day Event at Central Park in Rosemount
Where: Central Park, 2893 145th Street West, Rosemount, MN 55068
When: Monday, May 25, 2026
Time: 11-11:30am
About: Join local elected officials and representatives from the Rosemount Legion and Rosemount VFW in honoring the fallen soldiers of Rosemount in a special ceremony. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit on.
🇺🇸 Memorial Day at the Fort
Where: Historic Fort Snelling, 200 Tower Ave Saint Paul, MN 55111
When: Monday, May 25, 2026
Time: 10am-4pm
About:
The fort will host many special historic demonstrations throughout the day, including musical performances by the Brooklyn Big Band and HFS Fife & Drum Corps.
🇺🇸 Memorial Day Celebration at Lakewood
Where: Lakewood Cemetery, 3600 Hennepin Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55408
When: Monday, May 26, 2025
Time: 11:30am - 3pm, click here for actual times of events
Who: all ages
About:
Join Lakewood on this special day of commemoration to honor and reflect on the service of active-duty military service members who fell in the line of duty. This event is free and all are welcome.
Memorial Day Ceremony at Lakewood Cemetery | 10:30–11:15 AM
We are honored to invite you back to Lakewood for this treasured tradition. The ceremony will be held at Soldiers Memorial, located in Section 24. More details, including performers and keynote speaker, will be announced as the event gets closer.
The Ceremony will be livestreamed directly on this page on Memorial Day.
Questions? Call (612) 822-2171 or email us at events@lakewoodcemetery.org.
Where: Roselawn Cemetery,Veterans Memorial ~ Soldiers’ Rest, 803 West Larpenteur Avenue, Roseville, MN 55113
When: Saturday, May 23, Sunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25, 2026
Time: 11am - 2pm
Who: all ages
Cost: FREE, picnic lunch available for $5 which includes a hot dog, chips, and a beverage
What:
Roselawn Heritage Foundation's 5th Annual Memorial Day Weekend Picnic both on Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 11am-2pm, $5 picnic lunch (hot dog, chips and beverage)
All proceeds benefit upcoming Roselawn Heritage Foundation projects. Feel free to eat on the patio or inside the Roselawn Gathering Room. Live vocalist and organ music.
Memorial Day - Monday, May 25 , 2026 from 11am - 2pm in the Roselawn Cemetery Chapel.
Memorial Day Service of Remembrance at 10am on Monday, May 25 (Soldiers' Rest - Veteran Memorial)
Follow the directions at the gate attendants and joi us for the Memorial Day Service of Remembrance of Roselawn Cemetery. Remember to bring a lawn chair or a blanket. Seating will not be provided. In the event of inclement weather, the service will be moved to the Roselawn Chapel. The service will also be livestreamed via Facebook.
🇺🇸 Burnsville Garden Club Memorial Day Ceremony
When: Monday, May 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Cost: Free
What:
Join Mayor Kautz and the Burnsville Garden Club (formally Sweet Sioux) for their annual Memorial day ceremony.
Here is the line up for the ceremony honoring our troops:
- Scout troop 471 will present the colors
- Performance of Taps by Mike Kern
- Group sing along of patriotic songs led by Robin Kuts
- Remarks from Mayor Kautz
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