2025 PATRIOT DAY
Saturday, September 6, 2025
See below for time references
Highland Memorial Park, 1515 NE 3rd Street, Ocala, Florida 34470
Come see the 9/11 Wall; hear Global War on Terror Guest Speaker; First Responders (Fire & Police); Military Active Duty & Veterans; Gold Star & Blue Star Families; Marion County Memorial Honor Guard; Hundreds of Motorcycles Escorting Old Glory; Ocala Jeep Club; Food & Drink; Bring Your Cozy Chairs & Patriotic Fervor!
Public should arrive at Highland not later than 9:15 am – 9:30 am
Motorcycle Escort arrives at Highland between 9:40 am – 9:45 am
Solemn Ceremony begins at Highland at 10:00 am
RIDE TO THE WALL Interested Riders are to meet at WarHorse Harley Davidson, 5331 N US Hwy 441, Ocala 34475. Registration is 7:30-9:00 am. Poker Chips are given to the first 200 Riders! Kickstands Up at 9:15 am. The Ride will proceed on a scenic route around Ocala, arriving at Highland Memorial Park at 9:40 am - 9:45 am as hundreds of Motorcycles escort the National Colors. The Ceremony will begin promptly at 10 am with The Voice himself, Emcee Tom Schmitz of Ocala Talks!
This is a FREE family friendly Community Event. Our friends with the Ocala Jeep Club will also be present with dozens of patriotically adorned Jeeps! Mission BBQ and Mr. Lemonade will be with us to offer food and drink for purchase.
Riders: Those interested in participating in the Ride to the Wall are encouraged to contact Steve Gardner at 352-258-2702 without delay.
More Info: Explore www.patriotday.info for all event info. Bring your cozy chairs! Questions? Call Todd Belknap at Vets Helping Vets at 352-342-1775. See you there!
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