Find Memorial Day Services Across Wyoming

There is no way to list all of the Memorial Day events happening in Wyoming in this post. If you want to know what is happening in your area, the best place to inquire is at your local American Legion.

Here are a few highlights from around the state.

Memorial Day events in Wyoming include solemn ceremonies to honor fallen veterans alongside vibrant western festivals marking the kick-off of the summer season. Notable observances and celebrations take place across the state, ranging from local memorials to large-scale multi-day cultural events.

Laramie: The American Legion and local veterans groups host multiple city-wide observances, beginning with the Harmony Gardens at 8:00 AM, the Laramie River Bridge Observance at 8:30 AM, and services at the Green Hill Cemetery at 10:00 AM, followed by a community luncheon.

Cody: The State of Wyoming Veterans Memorial Park hosts a public remembrance ceremony at 1:30 PM, featuring veteran speakers and musical tributes [0.5.1. The Buffalo Bill Dam and Visitor Center also provides seasonal breathtaking views and historical context for the region.

Fort Washakie: Hosted by the American Legion, a public ceremony takes place at the Path of Honor Wind River Reservation Veterans Memorial at 10:00 AM.

Cheyenne: The primary Memorial Day commemoration in Cheyenne will take place at the Cheyenne National Cemetery (8611 Hildreth Rd) at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 25, 2026.

Casper: The primary Memorial Day observance in the Casper area is held at the Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery (80 Tom Sun Rd, Evansville, WY).

Buffalo: Memorial Day services in Buffalo, Wyoming, are traditionally co-hosted by the local VFW and American Legion Post 13. The events honor local fallen service members and generally follow a well-established morning schedule of parades and ceremonies across the city.

Sheridan’s primary community Memorial Day services are hosted by Champion Kane Funeral Home and take place at the Sheridan Municipal Cemetery (1000 Ash St).

Wheatland, WY, observances are typically hosted by the local American Legion and VFW posts. The observances feature flag placements at the Wheatland Cemetery by volunteers, a downtown procession, a flag-raising ceremony, and a formal commemorative program.

Douglas Ceremony: Douglas Park Cemetery. Typically begins in the early morning (around 7:00 AM).