May 13 2009
Memorial Day Weekend is the offical kick-off to Summer and a great day to remember our Veterans, military heros, and our loved ones. Head to one of these great events this holiday weekend and enjoy
Memorial Day to the Fullest.
Events at the National WWI Museum
- May 25th:
“Liberty for All” Lecture Series:
Free lecture, 1pm.
Film tribute of Turner Classic Movies--four classic WWI movies, evening. - May 24th and 25th:
Vintage Military Vehicle Display
The Military Preservation Society displays vintage military vehicles on the southeast lawn. - Memorial Day Observance Ceremony - Monday, May 25th Events begin at 9:30am and includes a parade of color guards from local military, ROTC, and Boy Scouts organizations. The event lasts about an hour and is held on the south lawn closest to the Memorial.
- The WWI Museum, which is closed on Mondays, will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please note: Regular admission fees will be charged during Memorial Day. Free parking will be available at the Hallmark parking lots off of Grand & 27th Street. Shuttles will run 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.
- Celebration at Union Station , May 24th
This FREE outdoor concert marches to the tune of our patriotic favorites and is directed by the Kansas City Symphony's Michael Stern. Don't miss the finale--with live cannons and one of the biggest fireworks displays in Kansas City. - Visit the Vietnam Veterans Fountain and Memorial, 43rd and Broadway.
2008 Memorial Day Flag Event, Historic Elmwood Cemetery, 4900 Truman Road
- Great American BBQ Fest at Cap Fed Park at Sandstone , May 22-24th
With awesome BBQ, tasting tent, live music and hot air balloons, the fest is a great kick off to Memorial Day Weekend (now at Cap Fed at Sandstone, 633 N. 130th St, Bonner Springs). - Amy Thompson Run to Daylight , May 28th, Loose Park.
- Abdallah Shrine Rodeo Leavenworth County Fairgrounds, May 21-23rd.
- Oceans of Fun Opens
- Jackson County Beaches Open This Weekend
