Henry Genga

East Hartford Mayor Mike Walsh along with the East Hartford Veterans Commission are excited to announce that the second annual East Hartford’s Memorial Day parade and series of events will take place Monday, May 29, 2023 at 10 AM.

The event will consist of three parts, including a parade, program at the Fallen Star Memorial and celebration of East Hartford. The parade will begin promptly at 10 AM, proceeding from 9 Riverside Drive to the Fallen Star Memorial located at Goodwin University.

“Following a several-year hiatus, we brought back the Memorial Day Parade last year to make it an annual tradition again,” said Mayor Mike Walsh. “We are proud to keep our promise and invite the community to honor, commemorate and remember the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our nation on May 29, 2023.”
VOLUNTEERS:

1. If you are interested in volunteering at the 2023 Memorial Day Parade, please register by Monday, April 18th. 
   *2023 East Hartford Memorial Day Parade Volunteer Registration*

PARTICIPANTS:

1. Those who would like to participate in the Memorial Day Parade are asked to register by Monday, April 18^ththrough this *2023 East Hartford Memorial Day Parade Registration*link.

SPONSORS:

2. To make the event possible, the town would like to extend sponsorship opportunities to local businesses and organizations. Those who wish to sponsor the event or offer in-kind services, please fill out the electronic form below by April 1^stthrough this *2023 East Hartford Memorial Day Sponsorship Registration* link.

VENDORS:

3. East Hartford is also accepting applications from vendors who wish to participate in the Memorial Day event. Vendors will have to set up and disassemble their own tables, tents and chairs. Vendors who wish to participate are asked to register by April 1^stthrough this *2023 East Hartford Memorial Day Vendor Registration* link.

The parade will be followed by a program at the Fallen Star Memorial and a family-friendly celebration of East Hartford with food trucks, music and activities.
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