May 12, 2025 2 min read Kena Shriners

Memorial Day Parade & Festival, May 26

Kena Shriners doing the weave in last year's City of Falls Church Memorial Day Parade. YouTube video screenshot.

Following is based on a May 12 City of Falls Church press release:

It's that time of year! The 43rd Annual Memorial Day Parade and Festival is returning Monday, May 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the grounds of City Hall (300 Park Ave.). The event is rain or shine!

This family-friendly event has attractions for everyone, including a Memorial Day ceremony, parade, amusement rides, inflatables, live music, and over 70 vendor booths featuring local businesses, artisans, civic groups, and food, glorious food. Some surrounding streets will be closed beginning at 5 a.m. Check parking options and road closures ahead of time.

The Community Center will be closed throughout all Memorial Day festivities due to an ongoing HVAC construction project. Portable restrooms will be available behind City Hall.

Full Schedule of Events:

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Festival

Children's amusements including pony rides and inflatables;
Vendor booths, including civic groups, crafters, local merchants, and food;
Inova Blood Drive, located outside the Community Center (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.)

9 a.m. – Beyer 3K Fun Run

Starting line: Great Falls St. at Little Falls St.
Finish line: Little Falls St.
Free! No registration required!
Rollerblades, scooters, and bicycles are not permitted.

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Music on the Main Stage

Stage located on Park Ave. at Little Falls St.
9:15 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.: Road Street Avenue local cover band.

11 a.m. – Memorial Day Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial

Hosted by the Greater Falls Church Veterans Council;
Located outside of the Community Center;
Featuring Keynote Speaker the Honorable Marcus B. Simon, Delegate for Virginia's 13th House District, Officer in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General's Corps.

2 p.m. – Parade Begins