What time is the Memorial Day parade in Fairfield Connecticut?

2022 Connecticut Memorial Day Parades

Bristol's Memorial Day Parade stepped off at 10 a.m. on Monday.

By WFSB Staff

Published: May. 27, 2022 at 11:10 AM EDT|Updated: May. 30, 2022 at 10:27 AM EDT

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Anyone can have a parade. Only Americans can have a parade to celebrate the greatest political achievements in history: establishing and repeatedly defending a country founded on the principle of individual liberty. Memorial Day, which was originally called Decoration Day because it was a day on which the graves of fallen soldiers were decorated, was established in the years after the Civil War to honor those who died in that war. Today, it is a day of remembrance of all who have died in this country's service.

Bravery. Honor. In President Lincoln's famous words, giving the last full measure of devotion to the defense of freedom. These are difficult ideas to explain to children, but it is our responsibility as parents to do it.

Start by bringing your kids to the Memorial Day Parade in your town. During the parade, demonstrate for them the solemnity and gratitude due to the veterans who march past. Take off your hats as they go by. Explain to your kids why we show respect for the flag. With them, cheer for the bands and salute the men and women in our police and fire departments. Think about those currently serving our country in the military around the world, and, perhaps, reflect with your children about the gratitude we owe their courage. If you know parents with a child in the military, take a few minutes to find a way to convey your thanks.

Click here for a brief history of Memorial Day in the U.S., courtesy of the Waterloo, NY web site. Below the following list of dates and times for this year, we have compiled some other good links for those of you ambitious enough to explore further the meaning of Memorial Day.

Also note: If you are marching in a parade, line-up is usually about 1/2 hour before the start of the parade.

Click here for a list of this year's Memorial Day Ceremonies as compiled by the National Cemetery Administration

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If you know of other Memorial Day Celebrations in the Fairfield County area, please email me and I will add them to this list.

Since 1936, antique cars, marching bands and floats from various organizations will be in this Memorial Day Parade. The line of march will run East from South Pine Creek Road along the Post Road to the Library, then South along Old Post Road to Flint’s Corner, and then East along Old Post Road passing the Town Green and continuing beyond South Benson Road.

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If you’ve been to this in prior years or if this is your first year attending, we wanted to give you some tips & info about where to park, where the parade route runs throughout our Downtown Area and what to bring. Also, stop by St. Paul’s in the morning before the parade for some Pancakes from 7am – 12pm! And WATCH OUT for our FairfieldMoms Truck in the parade – we are so excited to join the parade again for the third year and honor those who have served for our Country!

Line of March: The line of march will run EAST from South Pine Creek Road, along the Post Road to the Fairfield Library, then it turns SOUTH along Old Post Road to Flint’s Corner, then turns EAST along Old Post Road, passing the Town Green and continuing beyond South Benson Road.

Parking: No parking will be permitted along the parade route. Please take notice of temporary “No Parking” signs along the route (South Pine Creek Road to Bungalow Ave. East side of Reef Road from Oldfield Road to Crescent Road. South Pine Creek Road from St. Anthony’s Church to Post Road). Fairfield Police start to block off the street about 1 HOUR prior to the start of the parade.

Places to park (if you don’t have a Beach sticker) – Sportsplex, Train Station, Bob’s parking lot, Marshall’s parking lot. Be prepared for lots of traffic after the parade!

Chairs and Blankets: ANYWHERE is a great place to sit – you can’t go wrong! Parade goers are permitted to begin laying chairs/blankets along the parade route beginning Sunday morning, May 29th. Please do not leave anything of value to save spots. Usually people leave blankets, chairs, tarps, or American Flags. Please be cautious of other parade goers items.

Must-haves for Families: Sunscreen, water, snacks, blankets, fans, strollers or wagons for the kids (if you have one) incase it is a long walk.

Road Closures: No traffic will be permitted along the parade route beginning at 9:30 AM. No through traffic will be permitted on South Pine Creek Road after 9:00 AM. Expect delays and plan an alternate route if not attending the parade.

Weather: IF the weather is hazardous, the Town of Fairfield will call off the Parade by 6am on Monday morning.

What time is the Fairfield Memorial Day Parade 2022?

Monday, May 30, 2022 A band will be performing patriotic music and other favorites at Veterans Memorial Park starting at 10 a.m. The parade concludes with a brief ceremony to pay tribute to our veterans, both past and present, at Veterans Memorial Park.