Fairfield Memorial Day Parade 2019: What You Need To Know

FAIRFIELD, CT — Fairfield’s annual Memorial Day Parade and ceremonies will take place on Monday, May 27. The parade steps off at 10 a.m. and this year’s theme is “Honoring our Military Reserves and National Guard.” Lt. Col. Thomas Armas, a Fairfield resident, will be the keynote speaker. Read more details, via the Fairfield Recreation Department, below:

Parade Route: The line of march will run East from South Pine Creek Road along the Post Road to the Library, then South along Old Post Road to Flint’s Corner, and then East along Old Post Road passing the Town Green and continuing beyond South Benson Road.

Road Closures: No traffic will be permitted along the parade route beginning at 9:30 a.m. No through traffic will be permitted on South Pine Creek Road after 9 a.m. Expect delays and plan an alternate route if not attending the parade.

Parking: No parking will be permitted along the parade route. Please take notice of temporary "No Parking" signs along the route (South Pine Creek Road to Bungalow Ave. East side of Reef Road from Oldfield Road to Crescent Road. South Pine Creek Road from St. Anthony’s Church to Post Road).

Chairs and Blankets: Parade goers are permitted to begin laying chairs/blankets along the parade route beginning Sunday morning.

Inclement Weather: The Emergency Management Team will review weather conditions through the Memorial Day Weekend and if warranted, based on unsafe conditions, will make a decision by 6:00 am Monday morning to cancel the parade.

Schedule of Activities: Click here

Order of Formation: Click here