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Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Memorial Day Events In and Around Los Angeles 2012

Memorial Day is this weekend! Here are some great events to commemorate the men and women who died while in the military service and festivals that celebrates the start of summer.


Queen Mary Salutes U.S Military Personnel
1126 Queen's Hwy
Long Beach, CA 90802


FREE ADMISSION to all U.S. active and retired military personnel on Memorial day.  Admission includes a self-guided tour and the Ghosts & Legends Show.


When: Monday, 10am-6pm
Parking: $12


Patriotic Memorial Day Programs at Forest Lawn
Various Forest Lawn locations


Patriotic ceremonies honoring veterans


When: Memorial Day Monday


Fiesta Hermosa in Hermosa Beach


Seaside arts and crafts festival with multiple entertainment stages and 270 vendor booths.  There's also a kiddie carnival, petting zoo, Doggie Costume Contest and Beer and Wine Garden.  


When: Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday through Monday


Canoga Park Memorial Day Parade
Sherman Way from Ownesmouth to De Soto ending at Quimby Park in Canoga Park


Annual Parade includes military marching units, bands, floats, dignitaries, antique cars, classic cars, youth groups, flyovers by military aircrafts, and equestrian units.  The procession is followed by a festival at Quimby Park with music, food and vendors. 


When: Monday 11am Parade, 1:30-4pm Festival


Garden Grove Strawberry Festival
Village Green, between Euclid and Main Street in downtown Garden Grove, CA 


FREE ADMISSION. Four day festival celebrating everything to do with the humble strawberry. Carnival rides, pageants, Strawberry Idol karaoke contest, Red-Head Roundup Contest, Berry Beautiful Baby Pageant, and a strawberry-themed parade on Saturday.  


When: Memorial Day Weekend, Friday through Monday


Cajun Creole Music Festival
Rancho Santa Susana Community Park
5005 Los Angeles Ave
Simi Valley, CA


Full schedule of Zudeco music interspersed with dance lessons, demonstrations, kids area, dog team demonstrations.  


When: Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday and Sunday


St. Micholas Valley Greek Festival
9501 Balboa Blvd
Northridge, CA 


When: Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday to Monday 1-9pm


Have a fun and safe Memorial Day Weekend! 

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