Memorial Day 2025 Observances in NYC: Intrepid Museum Ceremony and Fleet Week

Memorial Day Ceremony at Intrepid Museum

• 🇺🇸 Hundreds are expected to gather at the Intrepid Museum on Manhattan's west side to pay respects to those who sacrificed their lives.
• ⏰ The event kicks off at 10:00 a.m. with remarks from museum officials and Mayor Adams.
• 🎗️ Observances include the unfurling of the American flag, laying of ceremonial wreaths in the Hudson River, playing of echo taps, and a three-volley rifle salute.

Fleet Week Conclusion and Activities

• 🚢 Today marks the conclusion of Fleet Week, with demonstrations and ship tours wrapping up.
• ⚓ Visitors have an opportunity to meet members of the sea services and witness the latest capabilities of America's maritime services.
• 📍 Events are taking place at the Intrepid, Pier 86 (US Coast Guard search and rescue demo at 2 pm), and the Staten Island Homeport Pier (public ship tours starting at 9 am).

Memorial Day Parades Across the Area

• 🏙️ Various parades and wreath-laying ceremonies are scheduled throughout the New York City area.
• 📍 Notable parades include the city of Yonkers (9:15 a.m.), Freeport on Long Island (10:00 a.m.), and events in Brooklyn and Queens.
• 💻 A full list of events can be found on the cbsnewyork.com website.