St. Charles remembers

Memorial Day 2026

A community day of remembrance beginning at sunrise and concluding at the Freedom Shrine along the Fox River.

Honor Guard standing in formation in downtown St. Charles
Honor Guard in downtown St. Charles. Photo: IDT Photo.
A Scout places an American flag at a veteran's grave during Flags for the Fallen
A Scout serves during Flags for the Fallen · 2026
Scouts and Post members prepare for the Memorial Day community breakfast
Neighbors and Post members prepare to welcome the community.

Flag raising and cemetery ceremonies

Beginning at Baker Community Center, 101 S. 2nd St., with Scouts posting colors, an Honor Guard, and a gun salute. Ceremonies continue at South, North, and Union cemeteries.

Veterans Community Breakfast

Baker Memorial Church, 307 Cedar Ave. All are welcome. The listed contribution is $5; military and veterans, police, fire, emergency services, and uniformed Scouts attend free.

Memorial Day Parade

The parade steps off at 6th and Main streets and continues to Riverside Avenue.

Memorial Service

At the Freedom Shrine, west of 211 N. Riverside Ave. In bad weather, the service moves to St. Charles Fire Station 1, 112 N. Riverside Ave.

This 2026 schedule is preserved as part of the Post's community history.

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