Town Invites Residents To Participate In Its Memorial Day Observances

Below is information on this year’s Memorial Day observances, per the Town Manager’s latest Town Topics newsletter:

WILMINGTON, MA — Memorial Day is a day for our nation to remember, reflect upon and honor those men and women who have given their all in service to their country.

Residents are invited to participate in Memorial Day observances commencing on Saturday, May 23, 2026 beginning at 8 a.m. with the decoration of veterans’ graves at Wildwood Cemetery followed by the decoration of all squares and memorials.

On Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. a rededication ceremony will take place at the Veterans’ Monument on the Town Common.

Wilmington’s Memorial Day Parade will be on Monday, May 25, 2026 at 10 a.m. At 11 a.m., a ceremony will be held at the Wildwood Cemetery to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Groups wishing to march in the parade should contact the Wilmington Veterans’ Services Office at 978-694-2040.

Residents are encouraged to participate in Memorial Day events and remember all those who have served, and those who have given their life, to defend our freedom.

Please contact our office with questions relating to benefits you and your family earned as a result of your honorable service to our country The Department of Veterans’ Services is, and will always be, available to serve the veterans and their families in Wilmington.

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