Memorial Day 2016: Summit Parade

Summit, NJ -- Considering going away for Memorial Day weekend? Wait until you hear what the Summit has planned to celebrate the lives and memories of the United States' fallen soldiers.

Sponsored by the Summit Fourth of July and Celebration Committee, the parade will be led by members of the Summit American Legion Post and will start at 10 a.m. and begin at 25 DeForest Ave. to the Village Green.

Summit civic and school groups are encouraged to participate and march along with veterans. The Summit High School marching band, Summit Police Department, Summit Fire Department, First Aid Squad, and scout troops will march in the parade.

Spectators are encouraged to gather on DeForest Avenue, Beechwood Road, Springfield Avenue and along Maple Street to the Village Green. Flags will be distributed to the crowd by marchers on the route.

Veterans who are unable to march may request a convertible ride in the parade; please meet members of the American Legion at the start of the parade at 25 DeForest Avenue to request assistance.

The ceremony on the Village Green will feature music from the Summit High school marching band, a rifle salute and wreath-laying, and a special performance of “taps.” A Summit Veteran Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented followed by readings from local students. Veterans who attend the ceremony will receive a 2016 commemorative coin in recognition of, and appreciation for, their service.

Free hot dogs and cold drinks will be served on the Village Green courtesy of the Summit Elks Lodge.

To register your organization to march in the 2016 parade, contact Andy Smith at asmith@sslegalservices.com.