Memorial Day ceremonies, events in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | May 2025

ATLANTA - Several Memorial Day ceremonies are scheduled this year across metro Atlanta and North Georgia, offering opportunities for communities to come together and honor fallen service members.

NOTE: Some ceremonies/events may be canceled or moved indoors because of the inclement weather on Monday. Please check before attending. 

CEREMONIES

Acworth's Memorial Day Ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. May 24 in Cauble Park at Patriots Point. Veterans and current servicemen will pay tribute to brave men and women who have fought and died for our nation.

Alpharetta will host a Memorial Day Tribute from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. May 26, honoring fallen heroes in a solemn community gathering at the Alpharetta City Hall. There will be an invocation, the National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance, and keynote address by Dr. RickMcCormick, followed by "Taps."

Blairsville's annual Memorial Day Parade starts at 10:30 a.m. May 24. This year's theme is Honoring Our Korean War Veterans. 

In Blue Ridge, the Fannin County Veterans Memorial Park Ceremony will take place at the Veterans Memorial Park at 11 a.m. May 26. The North Georgia Honor Guard will lead the ceremony, which includes a rifle salute, the posting of the colors, wreath placements, and a performance of the National Anthem. A cookout will follow at the Vet Center. 

Conyer's Walk of Heroes Memorial Day Ceremony will start at 11 a.m. May 26 at the Walk of Heroes Veterans War Memorial on Black Shoals Road. Retired US Army Capt. Tommy Clark will be the keynote speaker. 

Covington's Memorial Day Ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. May 26 in the Covington Square. It will be hosted by Covington American Legion Auxiliary Unit 32. 

The Georgia National Cemetery in Canton will host a Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony at 10 a.m. May 24. Flag placement will begin at 9 a.m. Major General Dwayne Wilson with Georgia Army National Guard will lead the ceremony. There will also be an honor guard, rifle salute and playing of Taps. 

Dacula will hold its 31st annual Memorial Day Parade starting at 10 a.m. May 26. The parade begins at Hebron Baptish Church, heading towards Dacula High School. The day will begin with the National Anthem and Memorial Day message at about 9:30 a.m. 102-year-old WWII veteran James L. Davis is the grand marshal. This year's theme is "They Answered the Call, They Paid the Price."

Dunwoody will hold its annual Brook Run Park Memorial Day Ceremony at 10 a.m. May 26 at the Veterans Memorial in Brook Run Park, located at 4770 North Peachtree Road. The event will feature the Georgia State Defense Force Band, keynote speaker Major Rick Scheff and other guest speakers, and a wreath-laying tribute.

The City of Hapeville will host a Memorial Day service at 10 a.m. May 26 at the Hoyt Smith Center. Chris Purdy will be the special speaker. 

Lawrenceville will host a Memorial Day Ceremony at the Gwinnett Fallen Heroes Memorial on Langley Drive at 1 p.m. May 26. U.S. Army Brigadier General Theodore Scott, commanding general of the Marietta-based 78th Troop Command of the Georgia Army National Guard will provide the event’s keynote remarks. Two fallen heroes will be inducted into to the Fallen Heroes Memorial during the ceremony. 

In Marietta, the Marietta National Cemetery Ceremony will begin at 12 p.m. May 26 at 500 Washington Avenue NE. Hosted by the National Memorial Day Association of Georgia and The Avenue of Flags, Inc., the event will include patriotic music and a formal wreath-laying ceremony to honor those who served.

In Norcross, a Memorial Day Remembrance event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 26 at Thrasher Park, providing residents an opportunity to pay tribute to those who served and sacrificed for the country. The small program will feature heartfelt words from Mayor Newton and a stirring bagpipe performance. 

Peachtree City's Memorial Day Ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. May 26 at the City Hall Fountain on Willowbend Road. 

Roswell will host Roswell Remembers, recognized as Georgia’s largest Memorial Day ceremony, at the Faces of War Memorial at 11 a.m. May 26. The formal program will specifically honor those who served in the Vietnam War and their families. The program will include music by the Roswell New Horizons Band, the presentation of colors, the singing of the national anthem, the Pledge of Allegiance, a POW/MIA tribute, and the solemn laying of the wreath. Col. (Retired) Carl Hamilton (Skip) Bell from Marietta is the guest speaker. 

Snellville's Memorial Day program will begin at 4 p.m. May 24 (Saturday) in front of the Veterans Memorial. The Gwinnett Community Band will play patriotic music and Commissioner Jasper Watkins is the keynote speaker. The Button Gwinnett Chapter Color Guard and Militia will be taking part. 

Senoia will celebrate Memorial Day with fireworks, live music, food and other activities starting at 5 p.m. May 24. 

The City of Sugar Hill will host a Memorial Day Ceremony in front of the Veterans Memorial on West Broad Street at 10:30 a.m. May 26. 

OTHER EVENTS

Red, White, Bluegrass & Bach: The annual Memorial Day event at 4 p.m. May 24 at the Suwanee Town Center features food trucks, a musical salute, performances by the Main Street Symphony Orchestra and The Wiseman Brothers, and a visit from Fort Moore's Silver Wings Exhibition Team (weather permitting). Free admission. 

North Georgia Winds Memorial Day Weekend Family Concert: The free North Georgia Winds Memorial Day Weekend Family Concert will take place at 4 p.m. May 25 at Seckinger High School in Buford. 

Veterans Tour at Historic Oakland Cemetery: A special tour at Historic Oakland Cemetery will share the stories of veterans from the Mexican-American War and Korean War. The tour will take place at 11 a.m. May 25. 

Fort Morris State Historic Site & Museum in Midway will host a Memorial Day commemoration from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 24. There will be hourly musket firing demos by an American revolution soldier, as well as a hands-on wool spinning and weaving activity. 

The Shepherd's Men 12-mile Tribute March is happening starting at 8 a.m. May 26 in Canton. The march will begin at Reformation Brewery and will conclude at Reformation Brewery in Woodstock. Shepherd's Men is a team of active duty, medically retured and honorably discharged servicemen and civilian patriots. During the march, they will carry a 150 pound barrel and another barrel of Clarity Lager. The purpose of the march is to pay tribute to fallen soldiers and shine a light on the burden that veterans carry, including PTSD and the consequences of traumatic brain injuries. 

DINING SPECIALS

Kick off summer with TWO urban licks’ Sunday Supper: Beltline BBQ, a one-night-only Memorial Day weekend event on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Starting at 6 p.m., guests will enjoy a fire-roasted whole pig, classic barbecue sides, and TWO’s signature bourbon cocktail in a lively, family-style setting. Part of the restaurant’s themed monthly supper series, the event is $45 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Reservations suggested. 

Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with a feast from Sweet Auburn Barbecue, offering two convenient catering packages perfect for any style of celebration. The $60 Memorial Day Wing Kit features two dozen brined, smoked, and seasoned jumbo wings—ready for the grill—plus two pints of sides and a gallon of sweet tea. For a ready-to-eat option, the $75 BBQ Kit includes a pound each of pulled pork and pulled chicken, barbecue sauce, sides, Texas toast, pickles, and sweet tea. Orders close Sunday, May 25, at 3 p.m., with pickup available May 22–26 at 656 N. Highland Ave NE. Order at sweetauburnbbq.com.

Cattle Shed Wine & Steak Bar: Open regular hours on Monday, May 26, Cattle Shed is celebrating the holiday with chef-driven brunch specials alongside its full menu of steaks, wine, and handcrafted cocktails. The stylish, welcoming setting makes it an ideal spot for Memorial Day gatherings. Reservations available online.

HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern: All HOBNOB locations will be open regular hours on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, serving brunch specials alongside their full menu of hearty tavern favorites. Guests can toast the holiday weekend with local beers and bourbon cocktails in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. 

Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails: Celebrate the season at Milton’s with Memorial Day specials like a half-priced filet, a refreshing watermelon feta salad with arugula and hot honey vinaigrette ($12), and warm southern peach cobbler with vanilla ice cream ($10). These elevated comfort dishes are perfect for kicking off summer. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.

Ocean & Acre: Coastal flavors shine all weekend with Ocean & Acre’s new brunch on Saturday and Sunday and live music Sunday from 1–4 p.m. On Memorial Day Monday, enjoy an extended happy hour from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. featuring $2 oysters and a BBQ baby back ribs special. Whether you're after seafood, steak, or sunshine, Ocean & Acre delivers. Reservations available via OpenTable.

O’Charley’s Restaurant + Bar: Now through May 26, O’Charley’s brings back its "Give $5, Get $5" fundraiser to support The Folded Flag Foundation, which provides scholarships and grants to families of fallen service members. Guests who donate $5 will receive a $5 coupon valid on a future dine-in or takeout food purchase of $25 or more through June 13.

Perkins American Food Co.: In honor of Memorial Day, Perkins is offering a free Magnificent Seven® Breakfast—featuring two eggs, two Applewood smoked bacon strips, and three buttermilk pancakes—to all active duty and retired military personnel on Monday, May 26, 2025. The offer is valid all day at participating locations with a valid military ID.

SPECIAL MILITARY DEALS

Six Flags Over Georgia: Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at Six Flags Over Georgia with Military Appreciation Days, May 23–26. Active and retired military personnel receive free park admission (redeemable in person with valid ID), and up to six discounted tickets for friends and family can be purchased in advance at sixflags.com/overgeorgia.

To submit information for this list, send an email to joyce.lupiani@fox.com. 

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