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Memorial Day Weekend Events in Barnegat

The American Legion's parade, scheduled for Monday, is in its 25th year

Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner, and plans for remembrances and festivities in the township are in full swing. Barnegat American Legion Post 232 has a schedule of events lined up, including its 25th annual parade down Main Street. Here are all the details.

Saturday, May 28:

  • All are invited to help place flags on the graves of veterans. Meet at the , 499 N. Main St., at 9 a.m.

Sunday, May 29:

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  • Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. at the gazebo in downtown Barnegat, at the corner of Route 9 and West Bay Avenue.

Monday, May 30:

  • At 11:30 a.m. Barnegat Township’s elementary school chorus groups will sing patriotic songs at the downtown gazebo before the parade.
  • American Legion Post 232 of Barnegat’s 25th annual Memorial Day Parade begins at 1 p.m. Lineup will be at noon. The parade route begins at Birdsall Street, goes to East Bay Avenue, turns right onto Route 9 North (Main Street) and ends at the American Legion. If inclement weather cancels the parade, there will still be a ceremony at the American Legion post.
  • A picnic with hot dogs, beer and soda will follow at the post.

If your organization would like to participate in the parade, contact Andy Pignatelli at 609-618-9963.

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