Memorial Day Parade

Monday, May 29, 2023 at 11:00am
Corner of East Main Street and Furnace Avenue

A long-standing tradition, the Stafford Memorial Day Parade celebrates all those who have served in uniform and honors those who have given their lives for our country.

Following the morning cemetery observance, the Stafford Memorial Day Parade will step off at 11:00 a.m. sharp from Furnace Avenue, proceeds west on Main Street, pauses at the Wall of Honor for a brief ceremony, and concludes at the American Legion Post 26 with a memorial service immediately following (10 Monson Road).

The procession features veterans and dignitaries, antique cars, marching bands, color guards, schools, scouts, sports teams, and more! If you'd like to join the procession, please register here, All are welcome to participate and help salute those who have served our country.

Parade Route:

Steps off from the corner of East Main Street and Furnace Avenue, proceeds up Main Street to West Main Street, with a processional pause at the Wall of Honor (Olympic Circle), then continues down Olympic Avenue, and concludes at the American Legion Post 26 (10 Monson Road) with a Memorial Day Program immediately following (approximately 11:45AM).

Parade Line-up:

Begins at 10:15 on Furnace Avenue

For the safety of our parade marchers and attendees, lower Furnace Ave. will be blocked off for staging.
Candy shall only be tossed by walkers to the side of the parade route.
Upon completion of the form below, further logistical details will be sent to the registered email.

Step-off: 11:00am sharp from Furnace Avenue!

Questions and Assistance: If you receive an error message upon submittal or have questions, please call 860.851.0243 or email amberw@staffordct.org.


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