The City of Edinburg presents
Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony

The City of Edinburg Cultural Arts Department, in partnership with the Veterans Committee, invites the community to attend the Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony on Friday, May 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Edinburg Auditorium located at 200 N. 7th Ave. Edinburg , Tx

Join the City of Edinburg for our Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony, a meaningful gathering honoring the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States.

This special event will feature patriotic presentations, guest speakers, ceremonial honors, and moments of remembrance as we pay tribute to our nation’s fallen heroes and recognize the sacrifices made for our freedom.

In conjunction with this ceremony, the City of Edinburg proudly presents “A Letter to the Fallen,” a writing competition for graduating high school seniors in Edinburg. This initiative invites students to submit an original letter expressing gratitude, remembrance, and the lasting impact of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The selected winner will have the honor of reading their letter during the official Memorial Day ceremony and will receive a $250 scholarship.

Event Details:
Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Edinburg Municipal Auditorium, 200 N. 7th Ave., Edinburg, TX 78541

Letter Registration

Competition Eligibility:
Open to graduating seniors attending high schools within the City of Edinburg

Submission Deadline:
Friday, May 15, 2026 by 5:00 PM

Submission Guidelines:

  • Address the letter to the Fallen Heroes

  • Minimum of 500 words

  • Typed, single-spaced

  • Times New Roman, 12-point font

  • One entry per student

  • Original, unpublished work only

  • No AI-generated submissions permitted

Judging Criteria:

  • Emotional Impact

  • Creativity & Originality

  • Clarity of Message

  • Connection to Theme

We invite veterans, military families, residents, and guests of all ages to attend as we come together in gratitude and remembrance.

For more information, call 956-383-6246.
Students are encouraged to register by May 15 at edinburgarts.com/memorial-day-ceremony to be included in this special recognition event. For additional questions, contact the Edinburg Cultural Arts Center at 956-388-8224 or email arts@cityofedinburg.com.