Memorial Day Events Around the Riverbend

RIVERBEND – This weekend, there are many free Memorial Day events to honor local veterans and their sacrifice for our country. Read more here!

SATURDAY, MAY 25, 2024

Scott Reinke Ride to Fight Suicide

• When: Registration opens at 9 a.m., ride begins at 12 p.m., Saturday, May 25
• Where: Ted’s Motorcycle World in Alton
• Who: Open to all, suited for cars and motorcycles
• Cost: $15–35 with options to buy from businesses along the way
• More information: https://www.riverbender.com/articles/details/riders-prepare-for-4th-annual-scott-reinke-memorial-ride-to-fight-suicide-72431.cfm

Grafton Art Gallery opening

• When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, May 25. Ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m.
• Where: 301 E. Main Street in Grafton
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free
• More information: https://www.riverbender.com/articles/details/grafton-arts-gallery-to-host-grand-opening-on-saturday-may-25-73273.cfm

Harris Cemetery Memorial Day Service

• When: 10 a.m., Saturday, May 25
• Where: Harris Cemetery in Alhambra
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free

James Killion Day

• When: 1–3:30 p.m., Saturday, May 25
• Where: James Killion Park in Alton
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free
• More information: https://www.riverbender.com/articles/details/james-killion-day-returns-to-alton-to-honor-local-leader-and-veterans-73249.cfm

SUNDAY, MAY 26, 2024

St. James Cemetery Memorial Service

• When: 2 p.m., Sunday, May 26
• Where: St. James Cemetery in Edwardsville
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free
• More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/640453528287556/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

City of Collinsville Fireworks Festival

• When: 4–10 p.m., Sunday, May 26
• Where: Eastport Plaza in Collinsville
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free. VIP tickets available for $20–35.
• More information: https://www.riverbender.com/events/details.cfm?seriesid=45363

MONDAY, MAY 27, 2024

Jerseyville Memorial Day Parade

• When: 9 a.m., Monday, May 27
• Where: Begins at West Prairie State Street and ends at Oak Grove Cemetery
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free

Alton Memorial Day Parade

• When: 10 a.m., Monday, May 27
• Where: Upper Alton, starting at Alton Middle School and ending at the Alton City Cemetery
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free

Rose Lawn Memory Gardens Memorial Day Service

• When: 10 a.m., Monday, May 27
• Where: Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free

Salem Cemetery Memorial Day Service

• When: 10 a.m., Monday, May 27
• Where: Salem Cemetery in Salem
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free

Woodlawn Cemetery Memorial Day Service

• When: 10 a.m., Monday, May 27
• Where: Woodlawn Cemetery in Edwardsville
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free
• More information:https://www.facebook.com/events/1510265159523083/?ref=newsfeed

East Alton American Legion Memorial Day Service

• When: 11 a.m., Monday, May 27
• Where: 120 E. Alton Avenue in East Alton
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free
• More information:https://www.facebook.com/AmericanLegionEastAltonIl/

Grafton American Legion Memorial Day Service

• When: 12 p.m., Monday, May 27
• Where: 14258 Scenic Hill Drive in Grafton
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free

Sunset Memorial Day Service

• When: 6:30 p.m., Monday, May 27
• Where: Alton National Cemetery in Alton
• Who: Open to all
• Cost: Free

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