5Ks and Memorial Day Events near Highland MI

Those in the area of Highland can get excited because Memorial Day 2019 is almost here. To commemorate this exciting holiday and the many individuals that it honors, there will be many different activities to enjoy around the Highland area.

Two such events are the annual Memorial Day Parade and the 2019 Milford Memorial Day 5K. On this page, you’ll find more information about these fun events. Read ahead to learn more!

Memorial Day Parade Event Details

Time: 11 AM to 1 PM

Date: Monday, May 27, 2019

Location: Downtown Milford, Michigan

Cost: Parade attendance is free

What You Can Expect at the Parade

Memorial Day was founded to honor the many brave individuals who have sacrificed their lives for our country through the United States Armed Forces. The Memorial Day Parade in Milford will bring together more than 1,000 local veterans to honor them with a march from the American Legion Post 216 to Milford’s Central.

Throughout the parade, there will be scheduled military flyovers of ten vintage and modern-day military airplanes as well as a Sikorsky Blackhawk helicopter. Watch the parade and then head over to the Central Park’s baseball diamond to see the Blackhawk up close.

The 2019 Milford Memorial Day 5K

Another way to get in on the fun and remembrance this Memorial Day is by taking part in the 2019 Milford Memorial Day 5K. This run takes you along part of the scenic Milford Trail and will conveniently start and end at the Commerce Road YMCA.

Run the 5K in the morning of Monday, May 27, 2019 and finish up with plenty of time to watch the Memorial Day Parade. It costs just $30 to run the 5K with some of the proceeds benefitting the Milford High School Marching Band.

Get Excited for Memorial Day 2019!

With Memorial Day 2019 just around the corner, it’s time to get excited and start planning your day of fun remembering those who have sacrificed for our country. Visit the event websites to learn more about what the parade and the 5K have to offer and how you can get involved!