Monona's Memorial Day Parade

The Monona Memorial Day Parade is held each Memorial Day running from Monona Grove High School to Sennett Middle School.

The parade begins at 10am and wraps up close to noon. This parade celebrates our Veterans and brings the community together for a fun event showcasing many local groups, businesses, and first and foremost Veterans. Following the parade throughout the day VFW Post 7591 holds services at Blooming Grove Cemetery, Roselawn Cemetery, Highland Memorial Cemetery, Madison’s Veterans Memorial Park, and VFW 7591.

For more information about attending, entering, sponsoring, or supporting the parade OR a schedule of services please visit: facebook.com/Mononaparade

New Project Honoring Veterans with Monona Drive Banners from the city of Monona*

*this project is from the city of Monona, not the event organizers of the Memorial Day Parade – please see the contact info listed on the flyers

Monona is starting a heartfelt tradition to honor our local heroes! Inspired by a successful program in Sun Prairie, Dan McIlroy has brought forward the idea of displaying banners along the parade route to celebrate veterans and their families. For Dan, this project is deeply personal—both his father and father-in-law are veterans, making this tribute especially meaningful.

The inspiration first came from a colleague in Ohio and was successfully implemented in Sun Prairie in 2023. When Dan presented the idea to the Monona Memorial Day Parade Committee, it was met with overwhelming support. Now, the banners will not only honor local veterans but also raise funds for the Veterans Memorial in Ahuska Park.

Families, businesses, and community members are invited to sponsor banners, creating a beautiful visual tribute while supporting this important cause. This project is a collaboration between the City of Monona, Monona East Side Business Alliance, the Memorial Day Parade Committee, and local veterans.

Dan McIlroy and the team are excited to grow this initiative over the years and make it a lasting tradition for our community. See the flyers below for info on how you can sponsor a banner (as a business or a resident) and be part of this meaningful project!

Business Banner Info