Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade Presented by Citizens State Bank
PARADE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. IF YOU WISH TO BE IN THE PARADE YOU MAY LINE UP AT THE ARMORY AND FALL IN AT THE END OF THE PARADE LINE.
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.
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 29, 2023 - Henry County Courthouse Lawn
Master of Ceremonies
Amy Glaser, Chamber Board Member
Invocation
Pastor Jerry Ingalls, First Baptist Church Family Life Center
National Anthem (please rise)
New Castle High School Marching Band directed by
Jonathon Edwards and Daniel Buckalew
RECOGNITION OF ALL VETERANS
WWII
Grenada, Panama and Gulf War
Bosnia, Afghanistan and Iraq
Korea and Vietnam
Peace-time and current service
The Memorial Day Parade
Vocalist Chuck Brenneman
Welcome
Greg York, Mayor of New Castle
Special Guests
CPT Nate LaMar
Payton Plank, U.S. Military Academy West Point
Senator Jeff Raatz
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 Jerry Ingalls, First Baptist Church Family Life Center
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, 2023 - 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 19th.
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 $100 cash prize for the best decorated "Remembering 200 Years" of Henry County service men and women" theme. We are encouraging you to think of the last 200 years. Be creative with your floats. Certificates are also given for most patriotic, vintage auto, most unique and crowd pleaser.
Memorial Day Parade Sponsor $250-Â receives signage to place on float or carry in parade, website 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 19 to meet deadline to be included in window cling promotion.
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.
Parade Route:
Please note: Parade route will change and go down Main Street beginning in 2023 per the recommendation of the City of New Castle.