What To Do For Memorial Day Weekend 2024 In Ledyard

Falling on the last Monday of May each year, Memorial Day honors those who lost their lives while serving in the military. It's a federal holiday that many people get off from work, resulting in a three-day weekend.

This year, Memorial Day falls on May 27, and for many, this holiday weekend marks the unofficial start of summer. We've rounded up some things to do Memorial Day Weekend in and around Ledyard. Please note: We recommend calling ahead to confirm the hours and access before you head out the door.

Memorial Day Weekend At Mystic KOA Holiday

When: Friday, May 24 through Monday, May 27
Where: Mystic KOA Holiday, 118 Pendleton Hill Rd., North Stonington, CT 06359
What: Spend Memorial Day weekend outdoors at Mystic KOA Holiday! They’ll be hosting a range of activities, from Friday night movies to patriotic crafts and tie-dye sessions. The weekend is jam-packed with events for the whole family.

Memorial Day Weekend Karaoke Party At Strange Brew Pub

When: Sunday, May 26, 2024 - 8:00 p.m. to Monday, May 27, 2024 - 12:00 a.m.
Where: Strange Brew Pub, 86 Water St., Norwich, CT 06360
What: This Memorial Day weekend, sing your heart out with a night of karaoke and music at the historic Strange Brew Pub in downtown Norwich. The event offers free admission for attendees 21 and over, featuring karaoke and a DJ in a historic 1741 colonial still house in the heart of Norwich's Chelsea Landing District.

Norwich Memorial Day Parade & Commemorative Ceremony

When: Monday, May 27, 2024 - 12:00 p.m.
Where: St. Patrick's Cathedral, 213 Broadway, Norwich, CT 06360
What: Join the Norwich community for a Memorial Day parade and ceremony, organized in collaboration with local veterans' groups and the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce. This event pays tribute to our nation's heroes and will include the naming of the Veteran and Veteran Supporter of the Year. Following the parade, there will be a ceremony where new wreaths will be placed at war monuments to commemorate fallen soldiers.

Mystic Memorial Day Parade

When: Monday, May 27, 2024 - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Starts at 60 Stonington Rd., Mystic, CT 06355
What: The whole family is invited to the Mystic Memorial Day Parade, a beloved local tradition in the village for over a century! This year, the parade starts at 1:00 p.m., allowing more time for veterans, their families and the community to enjoy a free picnic after the service.

Niantic Memorial Day Parade

When: Monday, May 27, 2024 - 2:00 p.m.
Where: St. Johns Green, 400 Main St., Niantic, CT 06357
What: The annual East Lyme Memorial Day Parade brings the community together to honor the courage and sacrifice of American service members. The family-friendly parade starts at St. John’s Green and moves down Main St. to conclude at the East Lyme Town Hall.

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