Multiple parades will march through the streets of New York City for Memorial Day to commemorate the legacy of soldiers who have fought for the country. However, parades also mean multiple street closures throughout the five boroughs.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Memorial Day is a holiday on which the nation honors those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. In some cases, that appreciation comes in the form of patriotic parades, which can result in road closures. This is the case for this weekend in New York City, as many of these processions are taking place.

City officials unveiled a summer safety plan aimed at keeping locals safe “via land, air, and sea”, with city beaches officially opening Saturday for Memorial Day weekend.

A Memorial Day service at the Cicero Cemetery, 8554 Brewerton Road precedes the parade at 10:30 a.m. Parade will begin at 11 a.m. at Brewerton Road and end at the American Legion on Legionnaire Drive. There will be a memorial service at the Legion monument followed by a lunch.

New Yorkers are set to miss more heavy showers this holiday weekend after endless downpours have dampened May, so far. Whilst Saturday looks to be a little overcast, it should stay largely dry, before some strong sunshine emerges on Sunday and into Memorial Day with highs finally climbing into the 70s for the holiday.

"Every day is Memorial Day for those of us that served in combat," said Army Ranger veteran Mark Sheridan, an 83-year-old Purple Heart recipient.

The National Weather Service forecasts mixed weather for New York boroughs, including showers and high rip current risk along the southeast coast, with sunny spells expected by Memorial Day.

Memorial Day on May 26, 2025, will alter mail, banking, and delivery services nationwide. As a federal holiday honoring fallen troops, it prompts closures and adjusted schedules across key sectors.