Rye to Honor Its Dead on Memorial Day

The City of Rye will carry on its tradition of honoring deceased veterans on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, 2023, at Rye City Hall immediately following the Memorial Day parade.

The Rye American Legion Post Auxiliary is organizing the parade down Purchase Street which will feature Legionnaires, marching bands, cyclists, classic cars, Rye’s Boys and Girls Scouts, and local government officials. The parade begins at 9:30 am at the train station and ends at City Hall.

American Legion Post 128 Commander Fred de Barros will lead the ceremony.

Mayor Josh Cohn, County Executive George Latimer, and NYS Assemblyman Steve Otis will offer welcoming remarks and greetings.