RIDE TO REMEMBER 9-11
Memorial Parade
This September 11th marks the 24th Anniversary of a tragic day in US history.
Ride to Remember 9-11 was created to remember those that lost their lives and to honor the First Responders and the Heroes of that fateful day. This event has been held annually in Springfield, IL for 23 years. Through the generosity of the past participants, a 9-11 Monument has been erected on the IL State Capitol grounds near the Firefighters and Police Memorials.
In Springfield, IL: On Sunday, Sept 14, 2025, Everyone is welcome to begin lining up at
Hall’s Harley-Davidson, 2301 N. Dirksen Pkwy., Springfield, IL at 9am. At 10:30am, a brief ceremony will take place before a police escorted procession leaves the dealership at approx 10:45am. (See parade route below) Upon arriving at the Illinois State Capitol grounds, participants can visit the 9/11 Memorial Site and Police & Firefighters Memorials. There is no charge to participate in the parade. We invite Everyone and ALL VEHICLES ARE WELCOME. We also encourage the public to line the parade route to show their support for this event and prove once again, WE WILL NEVER FORGET.
This year’s parade will once again be led by Emergency Vehicles from local and surrounding communities, further supported by the Motorcycling Community and several Car & Jeep Clubs from the area. Local dignitaries will be on hand at Hall’s H-D and at the Capitol Building.
As in past years, this event is also a fundraiser for two local charities. This year’s charities are the Salvation Army and the 100 Club of Illinois, they provide support to families of 1st Responders (ww.100clubil.org). Proceeds made through the sale of commemorative t-shirts (limited quantities) will be donated to these organizations. The t-shirts are now available for purchase at Hall’s Harley-Davidson. Monetary contributions will also be accepted. For more information and further updates please follow the Facebook page, Ride to Remember 9-11.
The Parade Route is as follows: Leave Hall’s H-D, 2301 N Dirksen Parkway, head South to Stevenson Drive (turn right), proceed to 11th Street (turn right), at Cook Street turn left, then turn right onto 9th Street to Capitol Ave turning left at Fire Station #1, proceed to 2nd Street turning left and right on East Edwards Street. Attendees will use the parking lot at the NW corner of Spring & Edwards to visit the 9-11 Memorial.
