We honor those who have fallen. They will not be forgotten.
Plan your visit to the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park during Memorial Day weekend as we remember those who fought for our freedom.
Visit the Buffalo Naval Park on Memorial Day weekend from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM, with last admission at 4:00 PM. Purchase your tickets for a self-guided tour here.
We are proud to host a number of ceremonies and events throughout the weekend.
One Life – One Flag Installation
May 23 – 25
Throughout Memorial Day weekend, 7,300 flags will blanket the grounds of the Buffalo Naval Park to represent the average number of United States Veterans who have lost their battle with PTSD per year, an average of 22 per day. From May 23-25, walk or drive by the Naval Park to see the installation, made possible by The Battle Within Foundation.
The following outdoor ceremonies and programs are free and open to the public:
Saturday, May 23
2:00 PM
Tolling the Boats Ceremony
United States Submarine Veterans Buffalo Base
Near USS Croaker
Monday, May 25
9:30 AM
Musical performance
10:00 AM
Military Honors and Non-Denominational Memorial Service
Presented in partnership with The Battle Within Foundation
Near the Vietnam Memorial
11:00 AM
Knights of Columbus Maximilian Kolbe Assembly #1944 Ceremony and Formation
12:00 PM
Hispanic Veterans Ceremony at the Hispanic American Veterans Memorial
1:00 PM
Vietnam Veterans Ceremony at the Vietnam Memorial
2:00 PM
African American Veterans Monument Ceremony