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You can pay tribute to fallen military members at Memorial Day events in South Florida

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who have died serving our country.

Throughout South Florida, there will be events commemorating those who have lost their lives in service to the country.

Here is a sampling of events in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties:

Miami-Dade County

Coral Gables Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony: Features the Honor Guard’s Changing of the Colors at 9 a.m. Monday, May 30, at 405 University Drive, Coral Gables. 305-460-5600.

Doral Memorial Day Remembrance Wreath Display: 8-8:30 a.m. Monday, May 30.

Hyundai Air & Sea Show: Air and sea demonstrations, music, tents, vendors, entertainment, civilian and military display village. Events begin as early as 10:45 a.m. Saturday-Sunday, May 28-29; 1130 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. For ticket information, visit https://usasalute.com/

Miami Gardens Memorial Day Luncheon: Honoring all those who paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving; 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, May 30; Senior Family Center, 18330 NW 12th Ave., Miami Gardens. Register at https://bit.ly/3at9L7R

Miami Lakes Memorial Day Ceremony: 11 a.m.-noon Monday, May 30, 15151 NW 82nd Ave., Miami Lakes.

North Miami Beach Memorial Day Service: 10 a.m. May 30, North Miami Beach Police Memorial Site, 16901 NE 19th Ave., North Miami Beach. 305-948-2957.

Town of Surfside Memorial Day Ceremony: 10-11 a.m. May 30; Veterans Park, 8750 Collins Ave., Surfside. 305-861-4863.

Broward County

Great American Beach Party: Event includes a military tribute, sand-sculpting contest, a classic car show, an art show, water slide, family activities like face-painting and crafts, and a lineup of bands; 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 28; Las Olas Oceanside Park, 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-828-5363 or Parks.FortLauderdale.gov.

Memorial Day Celebration: The 13th Army Band performs patriotic music. Also includes guest speakers and food trucks; 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 29; Pine Trails Park Amphitheatre, 10561 Trails End, Parkland. cityofparkland.org/memorial. Call 954-757-4107 or 954-757-4215.

Coconut Creek Memorial Day Ceremony: Features speakers, dignitaries, Coconut Creek Police Department Honor Guard, and the Monarch High School Junior ROTC; 9-11 a.m. Monday, May 30; Veterans Park, 3550 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek. 954-545-6682. coconutcreek.net.

Coral Springs Memorial Day Ceremony: Hosted in partnership with the Veterans Coalition of Coral Springs; 9-10 a.m. Monday, May 30; Veterans Park, 8601 Royal Palm Blvd., Coral Springs. 954-345-2200. bit.ly/3vHLqDs.

Davie Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony: Scout troops and other community organizations are welcome to participate. Parade proceeds east starting at 10 a.m. Monday, May 30 at Davie Fire Administration, 6905 Orange Drive, Davie. Flags available for purchase for $1. bit.ly/3yfNXGw.

Deerfield Beach Memorial Day Ceremony: 9-10 a.m. Monday, May 30; Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier, 200 NE 21st Ave., Deerfield Beach. bit.ly/3M6sGn1.

Fort Lauderdale Memorial Day Ceremony at Memorial Park: Features performance by the Fort Lauderdale Symphonic Winds. Also features opening hymn, invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, parade of colors and dove release. Hosted by the City of Fort Lauderdale at 9 a.m. Monday, May 30 at Memorial Park Cemetery, 2000 SW Fourth Ave. 954-828-7050. bit.ly/3L7O8GS.

Fort Lauderdale Memorial Day Ceremony: Features the William C. Morris American Legion Post 36 & Ladies Auxiliary, Sons of the American Legion, American Legion Post 220 & Ladies Auxiliary, 82nd Airborne Veterans Color Guard and the American Legion Riders. Ceremony held at the Sandy Nininger Statue along Riverwalk, starting at 11 a.m. Monday, May 30, in front of the Huizenga Pavilion at Broward Center, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale.

Salute to the Fallen: Celebratory musical performance by the Silver Wings band at the amphitheater; bring a blanket or chair; 6-8:30 p.m. Monday, May 30; Boulevard Heights Community Center, 6770 Garfield St., Hollywood. 954-921-3404. hollywoodfl.org.

Special Memorial Day Service: Presented by the Northwest Lauderhill Neighbors Association and Commissioner S. Ray Martin; 8:30 a.m. Monday, May 30; Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St., Lauderhill. 954-777-2042.

Margate Memorial Day Ceremony: 9 a.m. Monday, May 30; Veterans Memorial Park, 7044 NW First St., Margate. 954-935-5306. margatefl.com.

Pembroke Pines Memorial Day Ceremony: 9 a.m. Monday, May 30. Fletcher Park, 7960 Johnson St., Pembroke Pines. 954-392-2116. ppines.com.

Plantation Memorial Day Service: Features a presentation of colors, guest speakers and patriotic music; 9:30 a.m. Monday, May 30; Veterans Park, 1776 Lauderdale West Drive, Plantation. 954-452-2510.

Pompano Beach Memorial Day Parade: Begins at 10 a.m. Monday, May 30 at McNab Park, 2250 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach and concludes at the Pompano Beach Cemetery, 400 SE 23rd Ave., where the ceremony will commence. 954-786-4111.

Sunrise Memorial Day Ceremony: Wreath placement, bagpipes, speakers and presentation of colors; 9 a.m. Monday, May 30; Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. 954-746-3670.

Tamarac Memorial Day Ceremony & Concert: 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 30; Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Blvd., Tamarac. Concert by the Victory Dolls follows. Reserve a seat at tamarac.me/events or call 954-597-3625.

Palm Beach County

Boynton Beach Memorial Day Ceremony: 2-3 p.m., Sunday, May 29. Presented by the Veteran’s Task Force. Boynton Beach Memorial Park, 1611 S. Seacrest Blvd., Boynton Beach. 561-742-6255. boynton-beach.org/memorial-day-ceremony.

Flags for Fallen Vets: The organization will be placing markers at grave sites at 8:45 a.m. Sunday, May 29, at South Florida National Cemetery, 6501 State Road 7, Lake Worth. flagsforfallenvets.com.

Boca Raton Cemetery Memorial Day: 9 a.m. Monday, May 30; Boca Raton Cemetery and Mausoleum, 451 SW Fourth Ave., Boca Raton. 561-393-7807. myboca.us/specialevents.

Memorial Day Program: The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10556 presents its annual event; 9:30 a.m. Monday, May 30. Veterans Memorial Park, 9400 W. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton.

Patriotic Music Concert: Bring a chair or blanket; 7-8 p.m. Monday, May 30; Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. 561-393-7890.

A Day to Remember: Presented by Forgotten Soldiers Outreach, and Paws 4 Liberty, honoring military service dogs; 11:50 a.m. Monday, May 30; Palm Beach Memorial Park Cemetery, 3691 N. Seacrest Blvd., Lantana. 561-585-6444. bit.ly/39amWdc.

Memorial Day Ceremony: Features a wreath ceremony. Flags will be presented by the Palm Beach Gardens Police and Fire-Rescue Honor Guard; 9 a.m. Monday, May 30; City Hall, 10500 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens. pbgfl.com/774/Memorial-Day-Ceremony.

Memorial Day Service: Ceremony and name reading; 9:30 a.m. Monday, May 30; Veterans Park Amphitheater, 1036 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., Royal Palm Beach. bit.ly/3N7djL8.

Memorial Day Mass: 10 a.m.-noon Monday, May 30; Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, Outdoor Chapel, 10941 Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach. bit.ly/3M9vjEi.