Across Arizona Memorial Day ceremonies are planned. Do you have your plan?
Anthem
Day of Remembrance in Anthem
9 a.m. Monday, May 27
Anthem Community Park
41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway
Free
The Daisy Mountain Veterans and Anthem Community Council host this ceremony at the Anthem Veterans Memorial. Ceremony includes speakers, music and a POW/MIA ceremony. Roses will be placed on the pavers of those who were killed in action. Ceremony concludes with playing of “Taps.” 623-742-6050, onlineatanthem.com.
Apache Junction
Performances at 1 and 2:30 p.m. Monday, May 27
Apache Junction High School
2525 Ironwood Drive
Apache Junction
$8-$12. 480-838-4203, arizonaacademy.org.
Crown King
World’s Shortest Memorial Day Parade
Noon Sunday, May 26
Free
Parade is followed at 12:10 p.m. or so by a family carnival at the Fire Department. 928-632-7911, CrownKingAz.com.
Flagstaff
Zuni Festival of Arts and Culture
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, May 25-26
Museum of Northern Arizona
3101 N. Fort Valley Road, Flagstaff
$12, $8 for ages 10-17, free for age 9 and younger
Zuni artisans from throughout the Southwest will share expertise in carving, weaving, painting and more. Enjoy traditional dances while learning about Zuni life and culture. 928-774-5213, musnaz.org.
Gilbert
Gilbert Historical Museum Memorial Day event
9-10 a.m. Monday, May 27.
Gilbert Historical Museum
10 S. Gilbert Road
Free
480-926-1577, gilbertmuseum.org.
Phoenix
Flags for Our Fallen
5-9 a.m. Monday, May 27
23029 N. Cave Creek Road
Phoenix, AZ
Free to participate; $10 each or three for $25 to sponsor flags.
Over 200 bikers with 500 American flags will pay tribute to those who have served our country. Camping is available starting Friday, May 24. Riders arrive at 4 a.m. on Memorial Day; the ceremony will begin at 8 a.m. Registration and flag-sponsorship details are online. ridersusa.net.
Memorial Day with Pioneers’ Cemetery Association
9 a.m. Monday, May 27
Pioneer and Military Memorial Park
14th Avenue and Jefferson Street, Phoenix.
Free
The Pioneers’ Cemetery Association presents its annual Memorial Day observance with Marty Manning as master of ceremonies. Free public parking available at Wesley Bolin Plaza. After the ceremony, tour the cemeteries and visit the historic Smurthwaite House. 602-534-1262, azhistcemeteries.org.
Blue Star Museums Initiative
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays
2301 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix
$7.50-$18. Free to those eligible members
The Heard Museum is part of this program which offers free admission for active-duty military personnel and their families from May 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 2. That includes active-duty Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard and Reserve members and up to five immediate family members. 602-252-8848, heard.org.
Prescott
Phippen Museum Western Art Show & Sale
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. May 25-26
9 a.m. – 3 p.m., May 27
Courthouse Plaza
120 S. Cortez St.
Prescott
Free. 928-778-1385, phippenartmuseum.org.
Prescott Off-Street Festival
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday,
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday, May 25-27
117 W. Goodwin St., Prescott.
Free
This festival includes more than 100 vendors showing and selling their arts and crafts. Motorists might appreciate the fact it’s set up on a lot behind the Chamber of Commerce, thus not impeding traffic around Courthouse Square. 928-445-2000, prescott.org
Prescott Memorial Day observance
9-10 a.m. Monday, May 27
Citizens Cemetery
815 Sheldon St., Prescott.
Free
Join U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, Prescott Mayor Greg Mengarelli and others at the annual Memorial Day Observance at the Historic Citizens Cemetery. 928-445-200, prescott.org
Sierra Vista
Sky Islands Summit Challenge
5 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, May 25
Sierra Vista City Complex,
E. Tacoma St.
Sierra Vista
Take the Sky Islands Summit Challenge and climb one, two or three peaks in the Huachuca Mountains. Participants get a swag bag, bragging rights and amazing views. Transportation from the Sierra Vista City Complex to the trailheads is provided.
Sips & Skies
11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, May 25
Veterans Memorial Park
3105 E. Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista
$20 in advance, $25 at the gate
Sample Arizona’s best vintages, craft brews and spirits while listening to live music. Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. 800-288-3861, visit.sierravistaaz.gov/events/sierra-vista-sips-skies-home.
Tucson
Memorial Day Concert at Reid Park
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm May 27, 2019
Reid Park
Free
There is a limited amount of seating at DeMeester which fills up quickly. Please bring folding chairs or a blanket. The Parks and Recreation Department runs shuttles from 5 PM to 10 PM from Randolph Golf Course Parking Lot located at 600 S. Alvernon Way.
Memorial Day Military Tribute at Evergreen Mortuary & Cemetery
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. May 27, 2019
Evergreen Cemetery
3015 N. Oracle Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
Free
Honor the men and women who served and sacrificed for our country. The program begins at 9:00 a.m., with a complimentary lunch served at noon. Honorary Speakers: Abraham Rodriguez – Commander, VFW Post 10188 Kris Hinson – Commander, American Legion Post 7 Rev. Kurt Hinson- Chaplain, American Legion Post 7 Helen Glass – Member, Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame
Memorial Day Pool Party at Eastern Hills Aquatic Club
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. May 27, 2019
Eastern Hills Aquatic Club, 981 N. Evelyn Ave
Tucson, AZ 85710
Free
Free Memorial Day Pool Party, Eastern Hills Aquatic Club 981 N Evelyn. Life Guards, Games/Prizes, Food Trucks, DJ/Great Music, Raffle, Bicycle Parade 10:00 am – 2:00 p.m.