MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCES & PARADE
Remember & Honor
MAY 25, 2026
Memorial Day in Stafford
The Stafford Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonies serve as a tribute to all who have served in uniform and a poignant recognition of the sacrifices made by those who gave their lives for our nation. The day begins with dedications at five local cemeteries, starting at 7:00 am, followed by the Memorial Day Parade at 11:00 am. The parade concludes at the Wall of Honor in Stafford Veterans Memorial Park, where a memorial service will be led by the American Legion Post 26 and VFW Post 990.
Parade Cancelled
Cemetery & Memorial Services as Scheduled
Updated 5/24/26
Due to potential hazardous conditions associated with forecasted heavy rain, the 2026 Stafford Memorial Day Parade has been cancelled. While we extend our sincere thanks to all participants, volunteers, and organizations for their willingness to take part, the increasingly severe rain forecast has created safety concerns related to visibility, traffic control, and road conditions.
Memorial Day observances at our local cemeteries will still take place as scheduled, and the final service at the Wall of Honor in Veterans Memorial Park will proceed at 11:45am.
We encourage residents to join us in honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Cemetery Memorial Services
For over a century, the Stafford community has honored departed Veterans at each of the town's five major cemeteries. This tradition, upheld by the dedicated members of the American Legion Post 26 and VFW Post 990, extends an open invitation to the public to participate in these graveside observances, honoring the memory of local veterans. The following schedule is set to unfold on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, come rain or shine. Your presence in honoring these individuals, alongside all our heroes, is sincerely encouraged.
7:00 a.m.
Stafford Springs Cemetery
7:30 a.m.
St. Edward Cemetery
8:00 a.m.
West Stafford Cemetery
8:30 a.m.
Hillside Cemetery
9:00 a.m.
Staffordville Cemetery
11:45 a.m.
Wall of Honor, Closing Ceremony
Stafford Cemetery Map
STAFFORD VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK
WALL OF HONOR
