Memorial Day is a federal holiday reserved in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in our nation’s armed forces. While some may regard the holiday as a weekend full of cookouts, lounging by the pool, and drinking a cold beer or two, it’s important to remember the reason every American is afforded such freedoms.
If you’re visiting the south Atlantic coast this Memorial Day weekend, please consider the various tributes being held across the Georgia-Florida coast.
St. Augustine Memorial Day Service
The Military Officers Association of America will conduct this year’s Memorial Day service at the National Cemetery in St. Augustine Monday, May 30th at 10 a.m. The service is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.staugustine.com.
Amelia Island Memorial Day Ceremony
Amelia Island will be hosting this year’s Memorial Day ceremony in downtown Fernandina Beach this Monday, May 30th at 11 a.m. The event will be held on Front and Centre Streets in the Amelia Island historic district. For more information, visit the Amelia Island event calendar.
St. Simons Island Taps at Twilight
If you’re going to be near Neptune Park on St. Simons this Memorial Day, be sure to take a moment to participate in Taps at Twilight, honoring our fallen servicemen and women. This year’s guest speaker is Medal of Honor recipient General James Livingston. The event begins at 6:45 p.m. at the Neptune Park bandstand. For more information, visit www.goldenisles.com.
St. Marys Memorial Day Ceremony
If you’re heading to Cumberland Island, odds are you’ll be departing through the small waterfront town of St. Marys, Georgia. This Memorial Day, St. Marys will be conducting the St. Marys Memorial Ceremony at Oak Grove Cemetery. The ceremony will be held Monday, May 30th at 10 a.m., followed by a Two Bell and Lost Boat ceremony shortly after. For more information, visit the St. Marys Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Savannah Memorial Day Ceremonies
Savannah, Georgia is marking this year’s Memorial Day by conducting several Memorial Day ceremonies throughout the greater Savannah area. Services include a 10 a.m. service held in Johnson Square, the Bonaventure Cemetery ceremony held at 10:30 a.m., and the 11 a.m. service at Laurel Grove Cemetery in Savannah. Other services held in surrounding areas can be found by visiting www.savannahnow.com.
Jacksonville Memorial Day Service
The Jacksonville Memorial Day Ceremony begins on Monday, May 30th at 8:30 a.m. The ceremony is being held at the Duval County Veterans Memorial Wall located at 1145 E. Adams St. For more information, including details on nearby parking, visit jacksonville.com.
Eternal thanks go to the brave men and women who have fought and died for our country’s freedom. Thank you for your service.
