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Memorial Day Weekend Events
The long weekend heralds the start of summer and offers opportunities to honor those who died in military service.
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for the sacrifices made by individuals who died in service to the United States military, recognizing their dedication and reflecting on the profound cost of war and the enduring legacy of those who did not return home.
The Vietnam Veterans of Oregon Memorial in Washington Park is a peaceful place to observe the holiday. This serene setting for reflection includes several trees planted at the entrance to symbolize the sacredness of life. In Tom McCall Waterfront Park, the Battleship Oregon Memorial features the mast of the U.S.S. Oregon and was constructed to recognize all who fought and died in the Spanish-American War.
Memorial Day Weekend Events
Reflect and remember while honoring veterans at these upcoming events.
Memorial Day Flag Placement
Help place flags to honor veterans. Join this 57-year tradition. Join Scouts and community members to honor the…
Memorial Wreath Laying
Every year on Memorial Day, the All Ireland Cultural Society hosts a wreath-laying ceremony in the morning at the…
Memorial Day Ruck March
Join Do Good Multnomah to ruck, march, and walk to impact Veterans' mental health. 4, 6, and 12-mile routes…
Memorial Day Tours
Friends of Lone Fir Cemetery will be on site to answer people’s questions and assist in locating loved ones. For…
With summer just around the corner, the long Memorial Day weekend also promises a slew of fun events and activities in the Rose City. Scroll down for plenty of ways to enjoy the holiday weekend.
Portland Rose Festival
Starting Memorial Day weekend, the City of Roses throws itself a massive party in the form of the Portland Rose Festival. Declared the city’s official festival in 2010, the celebration includes more than 60 events, starting in late May and ending in mid-June. With the festival comes parades, carnival rides, art shows, dragon boat races, fun runs and more.
Vanport Mosaic Festival
The Vanport Mosaic Festival invites you to join the “memory activism” effort to honor and preserve the history of Vanport City, which was the second-largest city in Oregon before it was destroyed by a flood on Memorial Day 1948. The festival celebrates the silenced histories through art performances, screenings, exhibits, tours, dialogues, gatherings and celebrations.
Multnomah County Fair
The Multnomah County Fair has been going on since 1906 and is a place for anyone to exhibit their skills in gardening, fiber arts, food preparation, arts, crafts and photography. Held at Oaks Amusement Park, the fair features three days of family fun that includes stage performances, a car show, a pioneer village and animal activities.
More Memorial Day Weekend Events
Enjoy the long weekend at these events and festivities.
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