Inaugural Holiday Tree Lighting: Honoring Our Fallen
About this race
Join Gold Star Mission for our Inaugural Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony as we come together for an evening of remembrance, reflection, and community.
This special event will honor the brave men and women from Illinois who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. As we illuminate the holiday tree, we will remember their lives, recognize their sacrifice, and ensure their legacies continue to shine brightly throughout the holiday season.
Event Details
Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, Springfield, Illinois
We invite Gold Star families, veterans, military families, and community members to join us for this meaningful evening of remembrance.
RSVP by November 10, 2026.
Always Remember. Never Forget.
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Inaugural Holiday Tree Lighting: Honoring Our Fallen
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We have no recorded weather for Springfield yet, but sunrise and sunset follow from the venue and the date.
The sun rises at 6:44 AM and sets at 4:42 PM local time (CST) in Springfield on November 16, 2026 — 9h 57m of daylight.
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