2023 Memorial Day Events in Greater Dayton

As we commemorate and honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country, it’s important to come together as a community to pay our respects and celebrate their legacy. We’ve compiled a range of Memorial Day events happening in and around the Dayton area, ensuring that you don’t miss out on any of the tributes, parades, ceremonies, and family-friendly activities taking place this Memorial Day. 

2ND ANNUAL MILITARY HISTORY MUSTER
Miami Valley Military History Museum (506 E. Xenia Dr.)
May 27 & 28 | 9am – 5pm
Participants honoring our Armed Forces from 1775 to the present will be at the 2nd annual Military History Muster. There’ll be re-enactors from all eras along with a wealth of military equipment and vehicles. 

Beavercreek Memorial Day Ceremony in Veteran’s Memorial Park.
Image via http://beavercreekohio.gov

BEAVERCREEK MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
Veterans Memorial Park (1911 N. Fairfield Rd.)
May 29 |  2pm
Join the City of Beavercreek this Memorial Day, May 29, for a special in-person ceremony to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

CENTERVILLE MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
Stubbs Park (255 W. Spring Valley Rd.)
May 29 |  9am
In commemoration of Memorial Day, the City of Centerville is honoring those who died in service to our country with a ceremony saluting the men and women who have helped protect and preserve our freedom.

The Festivities for the Dayton Heritage Festival held at Carillon Park.
Image via Dayton History

DAYTON HERITAGE FESTIVAL AT CARILLON PARK
Carillon Historical Park (1000 Carillon Blvd.)
May 29 |  12pm – 7pm
Held on Memorial Day weekend, Heritage Day at Carillon Historical Park celebrates Dayton’s unparalleled history through special activities, costumed interpreters, and more. 

ENON MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
Village of Enon (363 E Main St.)
May 29 |  2pm
Enon Memorial Day Parade hosted by Enon VFW – starts at Greenon Schools and ends at the Enon Cemetery.

FRANKLIN MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
City of Franklin (Starting on South Main)
May 29 |  10am
The City of Franklin traditional Memorial Day Parade. The Parade will begin at run along South Main, ending at 3rd and Main where a brief ceremony will conclude the events of the morning.

HUBER HEIGHTS MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
Thomas A. Cloud Park (4707 Brandt Pike)
May 29 |  5pm
The Huber Heights Military and Veterans Commission invites the community to join them in the city’s Memorial Day Ceremony. 

LEBANON MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
City of Lebanon (Starting on Broadway)
May 29 |  11am
Parade will travel north on Broadway, turn left to travel west on Silver Street and finish at the entrance of the Lebanon Cemetery.

The 5K is hosted to also honor local runner Art Kitze.
Image via the Dayton Track Club

MEMORIAL DAY 5K
Eastwood MetroPark (1385 Harshman Rd.)
May 29 |  9am
Celebrate Memorial Day with a 5k along Mad River from Eastwood MetroPark, hosted by the Dayton Track Club. See link for details to sign up.

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND AT YOUNG’S DAIRY
Youngs Dairy Farm (6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd.)
May 29 | Times in link
Young’s Dairy is hosting a Memorial Day weekend with many activities for all ages. Carnival Rides will be available in the gravel lot north of the dairy store during Memorial Day Weekend.

MIAMISBURG ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
City of Miamisburg (Starting at Our Lady of Good Hope Cemetery)
May 29 |  8:45am
Join the community to celebrate our country’s heroes! Picnic in the Park following the Parade in Veteran’s Park (Free Hot Dogs, Popcorn, and Ice Cream)