This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice deserves our deepest gratitude. As we gather, let’s take a moment to reflect—whether through silence, a ceremony, or supporting military families. Every act of remembrance keeps their legacy alive.

As a community, let’s make this Memorial Day a heartfelt tribute.

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Where to Observe Memorial Day in Kern County:

May 23

Flags of Honor

A tribute event designed to connect veterans, active duty, their families, and the community with vital resources and a supportive environment.

8 AM – 9 AM

Kern County World War II & Korean War Veteran Memorial

2800-2938 Truxtun Avenue (Jastro Park)

Bakersfield, CA

(559) 791-8885

https://www.kcvcc.org

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May 23

A Flag for a Hero

Place flags in honor of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

3 PM – 5 PM

Historic Union Cemetery

730 Potomac Avenue

Bakersfield, CA

(661) 324-9648

https://www.unioncemeterybakersfield.com/

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May 24 – May 26

KRVAA Memorial Day Arts & Crafts Festival

Kern River Valley Art Association is hosting a three-day handmade arts and craft festival to celebrate Memorial Day!

SAT-SUN: 9 AM – 5 PM

MON: 9 AM – 1 PM

Circle Park

Kernville, CA

(760) 478-0077

krvaa.org

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May 24

Honor Flight Kern County, Tehachapi Breakfast

For a morning of comradery and connection. Veterans FREE, guest $5. For more information call Rick Zanutto (661) 331-7560. Please wear your Honor Flight shirt & name badge to event!

9 AM

Christian Life AOG

920 W. Valley Blvd.

Tehachapi, CA

(661) 527-3838

honorflightkerncounty.org

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May 24

Memorial Day Celebration

The Department of Veterans Affairs Bakersfield National Cemetery is set to host a solemn Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony. A time to honor our Nations heroes. ASL interpreter service will be provided.

9 AM

Bakersfield National Cemetery

30338 E. Bear Mountain Blvd.

Arvin, CA

(661) 867-2250

https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/Bakersfield.asp

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May 25

Annual Thousand Flags Fun Run & 1 Mile Memorial Walk

Family-friendly 5k run and walk! The awe-inspiring event showcases over 1,000 American flags on display to honor those we have lost. The 5k course winds its way through the scenic flag-adorned park and down the multi-use trail adjacent to the park and is suitable for both runners and walkers.

6:30 AM – 10 AM

The Park at River Walk, West Pond

11200 Stockdale Hwy

Bakersfield, CA

BakersfieldBreakfastRotary@gmail.com

https://bbrc.org/

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May 26

Tehachapi Memorial Day Ceremony

A ceremony to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

11 AM

Philip Marx Central Park

Mojave and “E” Street

Tehachapi, CA

(661) 822-3228

https://www.tvrpd.org/memorial-day-ceremony

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May 26

Camp Hamilton Memorial Day Ceremony

Food. Raffles, vendors, ceremony, and more.

2 PM

Camp Hamilton

34999 Lerdo Hwy.

Bakersfield, CA

(661) 573-8733

https://camphamilton.org/