Memorial Day, Arizona and Phoenix
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FOX 10 Phoenix on MSNMemorial Day events planned throughout the ValleyPHOENIX - If you are searching for a way to celebrate fallen veterans during Memorial Day, there are several options for you throughout the Valley. From public ceremonies to floral tributes and even a musical celebration, there are several options from Gilbert to Avondale and places in between on Monday, May 26.
Ahead of Memorial Day, the city of Phoenix opened a new Veterans Services Center. The center will be a part of the VFW Post 720 near 48th Street and Thomas Road. It will offer emergency housing,
Marine Cpl. Josue Cisneros reunited with his family at Phoenix Airport, facilitated by the nonprofit Miles for Military.
Hot and dry conditions will continue through Memorial Day with highs near 100 degrees on Monday, then closer to the 105 range by the end of the week.
Metro Phoenix offers a variety of Memorial Day weekend activities for those staying in town. Options include Salt River Tubing, a Diamondbacks baseball game and free museum visits with a Culture Pass.
Phoenix anticipates high temperatures during Memorial Day weekend, with daytime highs around 99 degrees and nighttime lows near 71.
Cisneros was able to make it back to the Valley thanks to the non-profit Miles for Military, who paid for his plane ticket in exchange for volunteer hours.
The Arizona Department of Transportation is opening a third travel lane for drivers as Memorial Day Weekend approaches.
Here is what to expect when traveling throughout Arizona on Memorial Day weekend, including traffic issues, event coverage and weather updates.