Ledyard Police Announce Memorial Day Parade Road Closures

Information via Ledyard police

LEDYARD, CT — On Sunday, May 28, 2023 starting at 1:00 PM, the annual Memorial Day Parade, sponsored by the Ledyard Lions Club will take place in Ledyard.

This event will cause a temporary closure of Route 117 in Ledyard Center at the start of the parade which will last for approximately 15 minutes. The parade will travel along Colonel Ledyard Highway and end at Ledyard High School. Colonel Ledyard Highway will also be closed for the duration of the parade, which is expected to last around 45 minutes.

Motorists should expect minor delays in the area and are encouraged to plan accordingly. Motorists and residents on Colonel Ledyard Highway, Wolf Ridge Gap, Fairway Drive, Colby Drive, Center Drive, Blonder Boulevard, and Gallup Hill Road should expect minor delays in the area and are asked to use caution for the safety of participants in the event.

Ledyard Police will be on scene conducting traffic management activities for the safety of all. We appreciate your assistance and cooperation to make this a safe and successful event.