A Weekend of Remembrance

Join us for the 2026 Memorial Weekend Tribute at Woodward Park in Manteca, California. This three-day event honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Through ceremony, community, and reflection, we come together to ensure their legacy lives on. This isn't just an event—it's a promise that they will never be forgotten.

3-Day Memorial Ceremony

Honoring our fallen heroes with dignity and respect

5K Run

Memorial run/walk honoring our heroes

Live Music & Tributes

Military and community bands with patriotic performances

Family Activities

Events for all ages to honor and remember

Since 1921 American Legion Post 249 Serving Manteca Community
10K+ Community Members

Event Schedule

Three days of ceremony, community, and remembrance

EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANYTIME due to unforeseen circumstances

10:00 AM

5K Run/Walk

Memorial 5K run/walk begins

Activity
10:00 AM

Patriots Pavilion

Support services for veterans and families

Service
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Festival Activities

Concessions, classic car show, stage entertainment, inflatables/bounce houses, kids play zone

Family
3:00 PM

War Memorial Tributes

Honoring those who gave their lives in service

Tribute
8:15 PM

Drone Show

"Honoring Our Heroes" - A spectacular drone display tribute

Tribute
TBD

Schedule Coming Soon

Check back for Monday's schedule

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Our Mission: Honor, Remember, and Serve

THE AMERICAN LEGION MISSION STATEMENT

The Not Forgotten Foundation is dedicated to honoring our fallen heroes, supporting Gold Star families, and ensuring that the sacrifices of our service members are remembered for generations to come.

American Legion McCall Grisham Post 249 Motto

"To consecrate and sanctify our comradeship by our devotion to mutual helpfulness."

Our History

Each year, we bring together thousands of community members, veterans, active duty military, and Gold Star families to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Through ceremonies, education, and community support, we ensure that their legacy lives on.

Our Core Values

Honor

We honor the service and sacrifice of all who have served

Service

We serve our veterans, their families, and our community

Excellence

We strive for excellence in all we do to honor their memory

Community

We build community through shared remembrance and respect

Sponsorship Opportunities

Honoring Families of American Wartime Heroes

Additional Sponsorship Items

American Flag pins

Not Forgotten Pins

T Shirts

Hats

Priority Parking

(Sponsor only)

VIP/Staff Tent Access

Beverages and snacks, designated restrooms, sunscreen, shade misters, seating, hand sanitizer station, phone charging station, swag bag, pins

$250 3-day pass per person

All Tax-deductible donations made to:

The American Legion Post 249 Foundation

Foundation Tax ID# 81-5431454, a 501c3 entity.

Get Involved

Your time and support make a difference

Contact Us

Contact Information

Event Location

Woodward Park
Manteca, CA 95336

Phone

209-608-0288

Office Hours

Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST

Event Location

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