Derby Shelton Memorial Day Service

Lest We Forget…….3 simple words, yet they stand for something so important. The Derby-Shelton Memorial Day Parade Association is an organization comprised of volunteers who work to honor the memory of those that have served in the defense of our country. On Friday, May ......More

Lest We Forget…….3 simple words, yet they stand for something so important. The Derby-Shelton Memorial Day Parade Association is an organization comprised of volunteers who work to honor the memory of those that have served in the defense of our country. On Friday, May 23, 2025, at 6:00 PM, there will be a Memorial Service held at Shelton Intermediate School, 675 Constitution Boulevard North, Shelton, Connecticut. The purpose of the Memorial Service is to recognize all of our Veteran residents who have passed since Memorial Day 2024.  Please see attached list for those who will be remembered.  The event is free and open to the Public. We hope to see you at the service. Thank you for your time and for your Veteran loved one’s service to the United States of America.

Shelton Intermediate School at 675 Constitution Blvd N, Shelton, Connecticut 06484

Derby-Shelton Memorial Day Parade

You are hereby notified that Derby Shelton Memorial Day Parade Association President Joel Hurliman and Parade Chair James “Chic” Tortora have announced that the annual Memorial Day parade will take place on Monday May 26, 2025, beginning at 9 am, rain or shine, at the i......More

You are hereby notified that Derby Shelton Memorial Day Parade Association President Joel Hurliman and Parade Chair James “Chic” Tortora have announced that the annual Memorial Day parade will take place on Monday May 26, 2025, beginning at 9 am, rain or shine, at the intersection of Wharf Street and Howe Avenue in Shelton and finishing in Derby. Please find attached the Parade Orders and Parade Line Up as finalized by the Parade Committee.  The parade line up will be on Howe Avenue, Shelton from Center Street to Wharf Street.  Please see attached documents for details. There will be a Military Flyover at approximately 9:30 am during the Parade.  There will also be a ceremonial wreath ceremony on the Derby Shelton Bridge when the Honor Division and Veterans Division reach the bridge. The Reviewing Stand will be at the Center of the Derby Green on Elizabeth Street in Derby. This year’s parade features the following fabulous bands – Shelton High School Marching Band, Mattatuck Drum Band, Connecticut Hurricanes, Bradley School (Derby) Marching Band, Derby High/Middle School combined Marching Band and Cheer Team, Shelton Intermediate School Marching Band, Rich Bobinski Orchestra, King-Robinson Magnet School Band. Also, you may also bring old flags that need to be retired.  The St. Michael Post 1562 Catholic War Veterans will be collecting them along the parade route so that they may be properly retired at a ceremony they will conduct after the parade at their headquarters in Derby. The DERBY SHELTON MEMORIAL DAY ASSOCIATION has a website at www.derbysheltonparade.org . Also, please like our Facebook Page – Derby Shelton Memorial Day Parade Association The approximately 1.5-mile parade route is as follows: Starts in Shelton at Wharf Street and Howe Avenue (End of Exit 14 South from Route 8) March south.  Take Right onto Kneen Street. Take Right onto Coram Avenue – Teke Right onto White Street – Take Right onto Howe Avenue Take Left at Derby-Shelton Bridge – Proceed to Derby Take Right onto Main Street – Take Left onto Elizabeht Street Parade ends at intersection of Elizabeth Street and Cottage Street We also remind you that the Derby Shelton Memorial Day Parade Association will conduct its annual Memorial Service on Friday May 23, 2025, at 6:00 pm at Shelton Intermediate School.  For more details click on this link - https://www.facebook.com/events/1383477385558432/?ref=newsfeed We look forward another great parade honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Derby-Shelton Fireworks - Rain date is July 5, 2025

Elizabeth Street will be closed to traffic from Main Street to Fifth Street. Musical Concert will take place from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm in front of Derby City Hall. Municipal Parking Garage will be open for parking only.  No viewing will be allowed. Rain date is Saturday J......More

Elizabeth Street will be closed to traffic from Main Street to Fifth Street. Musical Concert will take place from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm in front of Derby City Hall. Municipal Parking Garage will be open for parking only.  No viewing will be allowed. Rain date is Saturday July 5, 2025 at 9:00 pm

Derby-Shelton Fireworks - Rain date if necessary

Elizabeth Street will be closed to traffic from Main Street to Fifth Street. Musical Concert will take place from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm in front of Derby City Hall. Municipal Parking Garage will be open for parking only.  No viewing will be allowed.

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Derby High School at 75 Chatfield Street, Derby, Connecticut 06418

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Derby Green at 105 Elizabeth Street, Derby, Connecticut 06418

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Rain Date is November 29, 2025

Derby Green at 105 Elizabeth Street, Derby, Connecticut 06418