An estimated 12,000 residents gathered at North Hempstead Beach Park Saturday for the town’s 40th annual Memorial Day Commemoration and fireworks show, honoring fallen soldiers and U.S. veterans.
“North Hempstead Town is always happy to put on our Memorial Day fireworks and honor the countless men and women who have given everything to this great country,” Supervisor Jennifer DeSena said.
Attendees enjoyed the sunshine and a variety of entertainment and activities at the Memorial Day commemoration, drawing in one of the largest crowds.
“This 40th anniversary celebration was the busiest fireworks display we’ve hosted in years,” Park Commissioner Kelly Gillen said.
The event included music performers The Ronald Reagans and an ’80s vs. ’90s show.
Attendees were also able to enjoy food from a variety of local food trucks, including Dom’s Chicken Finger Truck, Filthy Pig BBQ, Monarch Foods, Mama Mia What A Taco, Sausage Kings, Pupusas City and Smusht Ice Cream.
The commemoration concluded with a fireworks show over the water after sundown.
The Memorial Day Commemoration and Fireworks Extravaganza was hosted by the Town of North Hempstead and the Veteran’s Advisory Committee
“It makes me proud to know that I represent a town where people of all faiths and backgrounds from all over the world come together as Americans to offer our thanks to the fallen,” DeSena said.