LIST: Memorial Day weekend ceremonies and events in Utah

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Memorial Day is coming up, a time to reflect on those who lost their lives while serving our country. If you’re looking for a way to commemorate this time, ABC4 has created a list of events happening over the weekend for the holiday.

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Box Elder County

Art on Main: Art on Main in historic downtown Brigham City is a Veterans’ and Gold Star Families-themed festival showcasing a wide range of art, a chalk art contest, and more. It runs from May 23-24.

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Japanese American Veterans Honored at Salt Lake City Cemetery: The Utah Chapters of the Japanese American Citizens League, Dai Ichi Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Japanese Church of Christ, and Salt Lake Buddhist Temple are holding a memorial service this weekend. A press release said that, as this year is the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe, the ceremony will honor the sacrifices of “World War II veterans and other American veterans of Japanese descent who have passed on.”

According to the release, the service will be held Sunday, May 25, at 8:30 a.m. in the upper section of the Salt Lake City Cemetery at the World War II Japanese American veteran’s monument, at about 951 E. 11 Avenue.

Larkin Mortuary Memorial Day Program: On Monday, May 26, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Larkin Mortuary will be holding its annual Memorial Day program. Lt. Governor Deidre M. Henderson will be giving a speech at the event. There will also be a flag ceremony by the Hill Air Force Base Honor Guard and patriotic music performances.

Memorial Day Car Show and Tribute: At Veterans Memorial Park in West Jordan, there will be a car show, food trucks, and live music this Memorial Day, Monday, May 26. It will go from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Memorial Weekend BBQ: At the pavilions near the KOA camp store, there will be a Memorial Day BBQ, with proceeds going toward the Care Camps Foundation.

Memory Grove Park: Memory Grove Park in Salt Lake City features memorials dedicated to Utah’s veterans and a replica of the Liberty Bell, as well as paths to walk, bike, or jog on.

Travis Manion Foundation Memorial Day Ceremony: The Travis Manion Foundation, which works to empower veterans and families of fallen heroes, will host The Honor Project to reflect on fallen military service members this Memorial Day weekend. It will be on Saturday, May 24, at Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park in Bluffdale at 9 a.m.

According to a press release, more than 2,500 Travis Manion Foundation volunteers will be visiting 60 cemeteries across the country to place commemorative tokens and reflect on the sacrifices of those who lost their lives in the line of duty.

Utah Military Museum at Historic Fort Douglas: The Utah Military Museum at Historic Fort Douglas will be open on Memorial Day from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Entry is free.

At 9 a.m., there will be a Memorial Day March from the museum to the cemetery. A ceremony will then take place at the cemetery, featuring performances, a guest speaker, wreath laying, a gun salute, and a memorial prayer.

Utah Capitol Memorial Day Ceremony: The Utah Department of Veterans & Military Affairs will be hosting a Memorial Day Celebration on the south steps of the Utah Capitol Building on Monday, May 26. The event is free and will include remarks from state leaders, a special music performance, and a 21-gun salute by the Utah National Guard. There will be a display of a wreath and flags throughout the day as well. The ceremony will go from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Utah County:

American Fork Run of Remembrance: American Fork will be hosting a 10K, 5K, Memorial Mile, and Kids K in honor of Memorial Day on Monday, May 26. It will be at Robinson Park, beginning with the national anthem and veteran gun salute. Online, learn more about registration and start times for each race.

Eagle Mountain Memorial Day Ceremony: On Monday, May 26, at 10 a.m., Eagle Mountain City will be hosting a Memorial Day ceremony at the Pony Express Memorial Cemetery. The program will have a performance of “Amazing Grace” on bagpipes by John Miner, the posting of the colors by Scout Troop 111, a performance by Vocal Expressions, and remarks from Mayor Tom Westmoreland.

Provo Memorial Day Service: The Freedom Festival, partnering with the Provo City Veterans Council, will be hosting a Memorial Day service on Monday, May 26, at 10 a.m. at the Provo City Cemetery.

Washington County

Zion National Park: Many head to the outdoors during Memorial Day weekend. Zion National Park is a popular spot — park rangers reporting that they’ve been gearing up for the busy weekend.

Last year, there were a recorded 92,000 visits during Friday-Monday of Memorial Day weekend, the park reported. If you plan on going this weekend, they said to prepare for limited parking and long lines. Remember, check conditions before you head out and bring plenty of water.

“Parking is available in the town of Springdale, and you can take the free Springdale shuttle to the pedestrian entrance. Just make sure to bring your park pass or you’ll have to pay for one there,” the park said in an online post.

Weber County

Ogden Union Station Boot Display: Operation Hero is hosting its annual Remember Utah’s Fallen Service Members boot display at Ogden Union Station. The exhibit will be open from Saturday, May 24, to Monday, May 26.