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Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade Presented by Citizens State Bank

 

The New Castle Henry County Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade - Presented by Citizens State Bank

We are blessed to have the opportunity to all come together and remember the fallen and honor those who are still with us today.

Restrooms will be available at the Justice Center parking lot, community building at the corner of Broad and Main Streets and the library parking lot.

VETERANS please check-in at the hospitality table upon arrival between 8:30am and 8:55am. Veteran parking available along Race Street on the south side of the courthouse.

2024 Parade Route will be the same route as 2023

Parade Route Map
Veteran Parking Instructions Map
Dixie the Praying Dog will be joining us again in 2024! Learn more about Dixie on her Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/dixietheprayingdog

Thank you to Cathy Crabtree for providing the photography

Memorial Day Ceremony

The Memorial Day Ceremony begins at 9am in the New Castle Courthouse lawn.

The ceremony honors the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States military.

Memorial Day is to memorialize the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. We remember those who lost their lives and could not come home, reflecting on their service and why we have the luxury and freedom that we enjoy today.

Program:

Memorial Day Ceremony
May 27, 2024 - Henry County Courthouse Lawn

Master of Ceremonies
TBA

Invocation
TBA

National Anthem (please rise)
TBA

RECOGNITION OF ALL VETERANS

WWII

Grenada, Panama and Gulf War

Bosnia, Afghanistan and Iraq

Korea and Vietnam

Peace-time and current service

Vocalist
TBA

Welcome
Greg York, Mayor of New Castle

Special Guests
TBA

Placing of the Wreath
VFW and American Legion Ladies Auxiliary

Gun Salute and Taps
VFW Post #1282 Honor Guard and American
Legion Post #137 Honor Guard

Benediction
Dixie the Praying Dog
Pastor TBA

Memorial Day Facts, Meaning and Traditions

Remember: Raise the flag with honor and respect! Guidelines for flying the American Flag.

National Poppy Day is May 26, 2024 - The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since WWI to honor those who served and did for our country in all wars. Read the story of the red poppy.

 

 

Memorial Day Parade & Sponsor Information

Registration closes May 23rd.

Parade registrants: Instructions for line up will go out by email on May 24th.  If you do not receive an email please contact us at info@nchcchamber.com.

The Memorial Day parade begins at 10am in downtown New Castle, Indiana

The parade is a long-time community anticipated event!

There is a $300 cash prize for the best decorated patriotic theme entry.   Be creative with your floats! Let's make 2024 our greatest year yet in memory of our fallen heroes!

Memorial Day Parade Sponsor $250-  receives signage to place on float or carry in parade, website, program and social media recognition. Will be included in sponsor listing on window cling at the corner of Main St. and Broad St. in downtown New Castle. Sponsorship must be in by May 3 to meet deadline to be included in window cling promotion.

Click here to be a sponsor!

All participants must be registered to be in the parade. If you do not register and show up you will be placed at the end of the line up.

-Those with children participating in the parade must assume responsibility for the safety of those children.
-The Chamber is not responsible for accidents or injuries caused by participation in the parade. Participants assume all risks and responsibilities.
-The Chamber is not responsible for accidents or injuries caused by participation in the parade. Participants assume all risks and responsibilities.

Road Closures will be in place no later than 9am. Road closure map will be posted closer to parade date.

 

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