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Memorial Flag Raising Ceremony 2026

Date: Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Time: Mon., 11am-noon

Venue: Wake Forest Town Hall Centennial Plaza, Wake Forest

Price: Free

Category: Family

Presented by the Town of Wake Forest and several local veterans’ organizations to honor the sacrifices of deceased Wake Forest veterans and their families, memorial flag-raising ceremonies are scheduled in Centennial Plaza at 11 a.m. - typically on the first Monday of each month from April through October. The services are provided at no cost and intended solely to honor departed veterans and their families. The Wake Forest Memorial Flag-Raising Committee solicits the names of deceased Wake Forest veterans who may be honored during future flag-raising ceremonies. To be eligible for consideration, the deceased veteran must meet one of the following criteria: 1) joined active duty in Wake Forest; 2) died in Wake Forest; or 3) was a member of a Wake Forest veterans’ organization.

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Memorial Flag Raising Ceremony 2026

When
Next Monday
Mon, Oct 5, 2026
Mon., 11am-noon
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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The Memorial Flag Raising Ceremony 2026 is a monthly community tribute held at Centennial Plaza to honor deceased local veterans and their families. Organized by the Town of Wake Forest alongside local veterans groups, this brief service recognizes those who entered active duty in Wake Forest, passed away there, or belonged to a local veterans organization. This outdoor ceremony begins at 11:00 AM and is best suited for school-aged children who can stand quietly during a solemn presentation. Because there is no seating provided in the plaza, you may want to arrive a few minutes early to find a comfortable standing spot near the flagpole. It is a meaningful weekday outing that offers a tangible, real-world history lesson for your kids. The short duration makes it easy to pair with a walk to a nearby downtown playground or a quick lunch afterward.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an admission fee for the flag raising ceremony?
No, the ceremony is completely free to attend and open to the public.
What age group is this event best for?
Because this is a quiet, respectful memorial service, it is best suited for older children and teenagers who can remain attentive for the duration of the ceremony.

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Schedule

Memorial Flag Raising Ceremony 2026 runs Mon, Oct 5, 2026, Mon., 11am-noon.

Getting There

Wake Forest Town Hall Centennial Plaza is at 301 Brooks St., Wake Forest, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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