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Memorial Day Events in Hyde Park

Date Published: April 25, 2024

It may be called "the unofficial start of summer," but Memorial Day is meant to be a solemn day of remembrance to honor those who died while defending this great nation. There are parades, ceremonies and events planned throughout Dutchess County for Memorial Day weekend, including these events scheduled in Hyde Park:

World War II Encampment on the Roosevelt Library Great Lawn 

Saturday and Sunday, May 25 and 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Witness history come to life as the Great Lawn in front of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum takes on the appearance of a World War II bivouac with WWII military displays and period military vehicles of all sizes, along with soldiers in battle dress on hand to share their love of World War II history. Free public event. For updates, click here.

World War II-era military equipment similar to the equipment which will be on display on the Great Lawn in front of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park
World War II-era military equipment similar to the equipment which will be on display on the Great Lawn in front of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park

Patriotism Unfurled 

Saturday through Monday, May 25, 26 and 27 

The Hyde Park Education Foundation will host its fourth annual “Field of Honor” flag display at the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site over Memorial Day Weekend. Hundreds of American flags will fly in an inspiring, patriotic display. Last year's event featured more than 225 flags. Free to the public, this event is the Hyde Park Education Foundation’s annual fundraiser. There will be an opening ceremony Saturday morning at 10 a.m. and fun family activities all weekend, including live, local entertainment and a kids tent. Sponsor a flag to honor anyone who has touched your life, such as family members, friends, teachers, community volunteers, veterans, active military and service people. The 3-foot-by-5-foot American-made flag will fly on an 8-foot flagpole. When the event has ended, sponsors may keep their flags or donate them for use in next year's display. Flags are sponsored by one-time donations of $20 or more. Dedicate and purchase a flag to take home for $45 or more. For details, click here. 

Three uniform clad soldiers stand in front of a field of American flags

Hyde Park Parade and Ceremony

Monday, May 27, 10 a.m.

The Hyde Park annual Memorial Day Parade will follow Route 9 north toward Town Hall. Following the parade, spectators and participants are invited to attend the memorial services hosted by the American Legion at Town Hall. Stay tuned for details.

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