Coupeville’s annual Memorial Day parade and Remembrance Ceremony takes place Saturday, beginning at 11 a.m.

The day of patriotic events includes a parade, a brief veterans’ recognition, a free picnic and a performance by Navy Band Northwest.

There are 72 entrees signed up for the annual parade comprised of community groups, veterans and bands, according to Lynda Eccles, executive director for the Central Whidbey Chamber of Commerce.

Six Pearl Harbor survivors, along with other World War II veterans, will ride in classic cars provided by the Whidbey Cruzers.

The parade route starts on South Main Street, onto North Main Street; then winds through downtown Coupeville before ending up at Town Park on Coveland.

Following the parade, a remembrance ceremony will take place at Town Park, with Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Commanding Officer Capt. Jay Johnston and Coupeville Mayor Nancy Conard scheduled to speak.

Following their remarks, Navy Band Northwest will perform a free concert.
Central Whidbey Lions Club members will serve a free hot dog lunch following the remembrance ceremony.