A look at some local Memorial Day Weekend events

There are many local events happening this weekend in honor of Memorial Day. This include various activities, benefit meals, and memorial parades.

Here's a look at some events in our listening area:

FRIDAY, MAY 23

Memorial Day Work Weekend
- Starts Friday, May 23 at 9:00 a.m.
- Ends Saturday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m.
- At Fort Faith Baptist Camp in Morley (5005 210th Ave, Morley, MI 49336)
- Community service opportunity to get camp ready.
Freedom Ride Extreme Bull Riding
- Friday, May 23 from 7:00 p.m.
- Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
- Located at 555 6th Street, Morley, MI 49336
- $15 admission (children under 5 and veterans get in free)
- Concessions will be on-site.

SATURDAY, MAY 24

Memorial Day Work Weekend
- Starts Friday, May 23 at 9:00 a.m.
- Ends Saturday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m.
- At Fort Faith Baptist Camp in Morley (5005 210th Ave, Morley, MI 49336)
- Community service opportunity to get camp ready.
Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast
- Saturday, May 24 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
- At Morton Township Fire Hall (8260 100th Ave, Stanwood, MI 49346
- Includes pancakes, sausage, coffee, and more.
Memorial Day Weekend Pancake Breakfast
- Saturday, May 24 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
- At Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club
- Includes pancakes, eggs, bacon, biscuits, and more.
Matthew James Hansen Memorial Splash Pad and Park Celebration
- Saturday, May 24 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- At Hemlock Park in Big Rapids (499 Hemlock St, Big Rapids, MI 49307)
- Splash pad opening, basketball, inflatable foosball, kayak launch, pickleball, tennis, etc.
- Admisison is free and food will be first come first serve.
Party on the Patio
- Saturday, May 24 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Chase Creek Smokehouse (7143 S Depot St, Chase, MI 49623)
- Live music on the patio through the night.

SUNDAY, MAY 25

Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony
- Sunday, May 25 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- At School Section Lake Veteran’s Park in Mecosta (9003 90th Ave. Mecosta, MI 49332)
- Includes flag ceremony (starts at 1:00 p.m.), priest blessing, and refreshments. Park fees will be waived.
Memorial Weekend Keyboard Tunes w/ John Luginbill
- Sunday, May 25 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- At StoneHouse Vineyards in Evart (7850 21 Mile Rd., Evart, MI 49631)
- Background music at the winery.
Sunday Funday Karoke
- Sunday, May 25 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- North Bar in Luther (216 State St., Luther, MI 49656)
- Karoke and more fun.
Party on the Patio
- Sunday, May 25 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Chase Creek Smokehouse (7143 S Depot St, Chase, MI 49623)
- Live music on the patio through the night.
Honkey Tonk Night at Tulleymore
- Strats on Sunday, May 25 at 5:00 p.m.
- At Tulleymore Golf Course & Resort
- Live music and drink specials
- $12 general admission, $40 combo tickets that includes dinner buffet.

MONDAY, MAY 26

Big Rapids Memorial Day Parade
- Starts at 10:00 a.m. at Mecosta County Courthouse
- Ends at Highlandview Cemetary
Reed City Memorial Day Parade
- Starts at 9:00 a.m. at Reed City Depot
- Ends at Woodland Cemetary
Lakeview Memorial Day Service
- Cemetary service starts at 9:00 a.m.
- Parade starts at 11:15 a.m., tractor show to follow until 2:00 p.m.
- At VFW #3701 in Lakeview

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