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Honor the Fallen: Ridgewood’s 2026 Memorial Day Service Details & 10 Things You Didn’t Know About the Holiday

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Honoring the Fallen: Ridgewood’s 2026 Memorial Day Service at Van Neste Square

file photo by Boyd Loving

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Ridgewood NJ, As the unofficial start of summer approaches, communities across the nation are preparing for long weekend travel, backyard barbecues, and family gatherings. But at its core, Memorial Day remains a solemn, sacred time to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.

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Ridgewood Memorial Day Service 2026: Times, Location, and What to Expect

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Honoring the Fallen: Ridgewood’s 2026 Memorial Day Service & The Surprising History Behind the Holiday

file photo by Boyd Loving

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Ridgewood NJ, As the unofficial start of summer brings backyard barbecues and travel rushes across the country, the village of Ridgewood is pausing to remember the true meaning of the weekend.

On Monday, May 25, 2026, at 11:00 AM, local residents, veterans, and families will gather at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square for the annual Ridgewood Memorial Day Service. Hosted by the American Legion Post 53, this community-wide event serves as a solemn tribute to the men and women of all U.S. Armed Forces branches who made the ultimate sacrifice.

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Families enjoying the Earth Day Fair and Daffodil Festival at Van Neste Square in Ridgewood

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Blooms & Betterment: Inside the Ridgewood Daffodil Festival & Earth Day Fair

photos courtesy of the Village of Ridgewood

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — There is no clearer sign that spring has arrived in the Village than the vibrant yellow “Sea of Daffodils” at Van Neste Square. This year, the community didn’t just celebrate the season; they celebrated the future of our planet at the annual Ridgewood Daffodil Festival & Earth Day Fair.

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Don’t Miss Out! Ridgewood’s Massive Easter Celebration is Tomorrow!

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Easter in Ridgewood: Your Last-Minute Guide to Tomorrow’s Egg Hunt, Photos with the Bunny, & Family Fun!

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Ridgewood NJ, Looking for the ultimate family plan for Saturday? Dust off those Easter baskets! Tomorrow, Saturday, April 4, 2026, Ridgewood transforms into a springtime wonderland for the annual Easter Eggstravaganza.

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