Monday, May 25, 2026 at 9:30 AM
River Forest Park District, Village of River Forest, Kiwanis Club of River Forest-Oak Park, and Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce are proud to present the 101st annual River Forest Memorial Day Parade, Ceremony, and Community Picnic on Monday, May 25, 2025. The parade kicks off at 9:30 AM beginning at Iowa and Ashland, traveling south on Ashland to Lake Street, then west to Keystone Park. The parade will end at Keystone Park with a ceremony and FREE hotdog lunch. Over 100 entries participate annually in the Parade, with thousands of residents lining the route, making this day one of the highlights of the year in the Village of River Forest.
The mission of our parade is "to recognize and honor the men and women of the Armed Forces of the United States of America and especially those who have made the ultimate sacrifice".
We will have a designated No Siren Zone between Iowa St. & Chicago ave.
Registration for the 2026 Memorial Day Parade is now open. Registration Deadline: May 18th.
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