Maryville’s Memorial Day, pavilion grand opening event on May 23

By Tribune Staff • Saturday, May 23 will be Maryville’s Memorial Day, America’s 250 Years Celebration and  the Grand Opening for Maryville’s new American Legion  Entertainment Pavilion in Firemen’s Park. 

A full day of festivities will mark the inaugural opening and ribbon cutting for the new stage with food, drink, games and music beginning at 9 a.m. and throughout the day.  

The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. At 6 p.m., Sailing with Scott Marlin will highlight the evening with music. Food and beverages available throughout the day, with pig roast at 4 p.m..  

Cornhole contests will start about 9:30 a.m. and run throughout the day ‘til 4 p.m. Players can register for the contest at Scoreholio or at the park. But there will also be free play. 

The event will be cash only, with a cash-only ATM on site. No outside alcohol, please, as there will be  beer trucks stationed in the park.

Bring your lawn chairs and wear your red, white and blue to celebrate with us. Firemen’s Park is located in the center of Maryville, 300 N. Donk. On-street parking available throughout the village and Mother of Perpetual Help Church parking available after 5 p.m. For more information, contact Maryville Village Hall or Maryville Parks and Recreation at 618-223-8965, email [email protected]