Be Part of History – Memorial Day Ceremony at Mt. Soledad | May 25 • 11AM | Free & Open to All | Click Here for Details
Monday, May 25, 2026 · 11:00 AM · La Jolla, CA
Monday, May 25, 2026
11:00 AM · La Jolla, CA
San Diego's Most Powerful Memorial Day Ceremony
Honoring CPL. Patrick "Bob" Gallagher, United States Marine Corps
Every year, thousands gather at the top of Mt. Soledad to pay tribute to those who gave everything. This year we honor a true hero — whose name now sails on a U.S. Navy destroyer.
This YEAR'S HONOREE
CPL. Patrick "Bob" Gallagher
United States Marine Corps · Vietnam
Awarded the Navy Cross for extraordinary heroism under fire. His legacy lives on through a U.S. Navy destroyer — and now forever on the walls of Mt. Soledad.
Since 1954
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Thousands show up every Memorial Day — and they leave changed. Here's what they say about the ceremony experience.
The Friday morning ceremony was incredibly moving. The whole crowd stood in silence. This is exactly how veterans should be honored — personally, visibly, forever.
A breathtaking 360° view and an incredibly moving tribute. The volunteer docents brought every plaque to life. One of the best places in all of San Diego.
Found my grandfather's plaque and was moved to tears. The staff was so kind. This is a place every American should visit. Absolutely free and absolutely worth it.
As a veteran myself, this place means everything. It's more personal than any other memorial I've visited — your face, your story, right there on the wall forever.
Came at sunset — the light on the granite walls is something I'll never forget. The panoramic view alone is worth the trip, but the memorial makes it sacred.
Visiting from Texas and this was the highlight of our whole trip to San Diego. We didn't expect to be so emotionally affected. Stunning view, stunning tribute.
10,000 veterans honored here — from the Revolutionary War to today. No government funding. All privately kept. That story alone made me reach for my wallet to donate.
A once in a lifetime experience
A Ceremony Unlike
Anything Else in San Diego
From the moment you arrive to the last rifle volley echoing across the hillside — here's exactly what happens at Mt. Soledad's Memorial Day Ceremony.
Free admission. Free parking. Open to all.
Ceremony begins at 11:00 AM sharp — arrive by 10:30 AM.
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event details
Date & Time
Monday, May 25, 2026
11:00 AM — ceremony begins
Arrive by 10:30 AM recommended
Event Location
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
6905 La Jolla Scenic Dr S. La Jolla, CA 92037
Free parking available off site
Parking Lot 1
Mount Soledad Presbyterian Church
6551 Soledad Mountain Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Free shuttle to the Memorial
Parking Lot 2
San Diego French-American School
6550 Soledad Mountain Road, La Jolla, CA 92037
Free shuttle to the Memorial
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