For the 91st year, NJ American Legion Posts throughout the state will come together to hold our NJ Legion Statewide Memorial Service and Parade that honors all our fallen Legionnaires. Location: Locustwood Cemetery, Rt 70, Cherry Hill, NJ. Followed by complimentary food/social at Post 372.

2:00pm: Legion Parade kicks off, starting at circle in Locustwood Cemetery, Cherry Hill NJ.
2:30pmish: Memorial Service begins by the American Legion Section/Flagpole.
3:30pmish: Food & Social at Post 372 (1532 Martin Ave, Cherry Hill)

Whether you just come to watch and go to the Social, or participate in the parade, be a part of this great tradition!

We are looking for alot of parade participation from all Post 372 units. More details to follow.

Legion members from other NJ American Legions wishing to participate in the Parade, contact your Post Commander for details. Your Post Commander will receive complete details from County/NJ Dept of American Legion.

HISTORY of the NJ American Legion Statewide MEMORIAL SERVICE, Parade and Social

This long-standing tradition, dating back to the 1930s, is a time-honored event that brings together Legionnaires and their families from all across New Jersey.

Locustwood Memorial Park: A Sacred Space for Veterans
Back in the 1930’s, Locustwood Memorial Park generously donated a graves/section to the NJ American Legion, specifically for Legionnaires and their families. This sacred space is located near the Legion memorial and flagstaff, making it the only official American Legion burial ground in the state of New Jersey.

Honoring Our Departed Comrades
Every year, NJ American Legion Posts throughout the state come together to hold a Memorial Service that honors all our fallen Legionnaires. This service takes place on the Sunday after Memorial Day and is not just a post or county observance, but the official Memorial Day service of the Department of New Jersey.

This is a great opportunity to meet and mingle with members and officers from all our NJ American Legions. Share news, events, and stories with your fellow comrades as we come together to honor and remember those who have served our country with bravery and dedication.