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2025 Memorial Day Events

updated on 4/22/2025

By Jodi Lorence, Macaroni Kid Publisher April 22, 2025

Memorial Day historically has been a good weekend to get friends and family together for a picnic or barbeque to celebrate service people that have continually protected our country. Please find time to honor service people this weekend and always. It is because of their efforts that we can feel confident that we will be protected. If any service people are reading this I want you to know that I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your bravery for your unselfish dedication to keeping America safe. I am forever grateful. 


Here is a list of events or activities for the Memorial weekend if you are looking for an outing to commemorate Memorial Day or find a family event. 

Memorial Day Event at Central Park in Rosemount

Where: Central Park, 2893 145th Street West, Rosemount, MN 55068

When: Monday, May 26, 2025

Time: 11-11:30am

About: Join local elected officials and representatives from the Rosemount Legion and Rosemount VFW in honoring the fallen soldiers of Rosemount in a special ceremony. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit on. 


Decoration Day at Historic Fort Snelling

Where: Historic Fort Snelling, 200 Tower Ave  Saint Paul, MN 55111

When: Monday, May 26, 2025

Time: 10am-4pm

About: 

Will Update as soon asap. Click the links below for updates.

Complete schedule HERE.

Get tickets HERE.


Memorial Day Celebration at Lakewood

Where: Lakewood Cemetery, 3600 Hennepin Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55408

When: Monday, May 26, 2025

Time: 10:30am - 3pm, click here for actual times of events

Who: all ages

What:  Join us on this special day of commemoration to honor and remember those who are loved and missed at our annual ceremony in person at the Soldier’s Memorial, followed by a special celebration with activities and refreshments for the whole family. This event is free and all are welcome.

More information

Questions? Call (612) 822-2171 or email us at events@lakewoodcemetery.org.


Memorial Weekend Celebration - Memorial Day Service

Where: Roselawn Cemetery,Veterans Memorial ~ Soldiers’ Rest, 803 West Larpenteur Avenue, Roseville, MN 55113

When: Monday, May 26, 2025

Time: 10am

Who: all ages

Cost: FREE

What:

SOLDIERS' REST ~ VETERANS MEMORIAL

Grab your lawn chairs and join us for the Memorial Day Service of Remembrance at Roselawn Cemetery ~ Soldiers' Rest Veterans Memorial. If the weather is inclement, the service will be moved to the Historic Roselawn Chapel. 

Join us for the 4th Annual $5.00 Picnic Lunch (Hot Dog, Chips, & Beverage). 11am-2pm Saturday, Sunday & Monday of Memorial Day Weekend on the newly restored patio of the Historic Roselawn Chapel & Gathering Room. All proceeds go to the Roselawn Heritage Foundation. Fresh Floral Memorial Day bouquets can be pre-ordered using the order form HERE. Organ & Vocalist Music in the Roselawn Chapel 11am-2pm Saturday, Sunday & Monday Cookies, Coffee & Lemonade in the Gathering Room 11am-2pm Saturday, Sunday & Monday

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