Memorial Day Parade
1pm parade honoring U.S. veterans on Memorial Day.
When
Memorial Day, 1:00pm.
Where
Downtown OOB parade route, typically through Memorial Park area. Specific route confirmed by the Recreation Department before the day.
What to expect
- U.S. veterans.
- Marching units and color guards.
- School bands.
- Civic organizations.
Lighted bag display
Memorial Park hosts a lighted bag display honoring veterans who died in service. Each bag carries a name; the display is lit at dusk on Memorial Day.
How to attend
Free. Lawn chairs and blankets are common along the route.
Parking and arrival timing
Arrive 30 to 45 minutes early. Downtown lots fill fast on Memorial Day weekend.
After-parade ceremonies
Brief ceremony at Memorial Park typically follows the parade. Veterans' organizations often host receptions in the afternoon.
Compiled from Town of Old Orchard Beach, RSU 23, FEMA, Maine Revenue Service, US Census, MLS, and field interviews. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify before any transaction.