Monterey County Peace Officer Memorial Procession will be on May 12

The Monterey County Peace Officers Association is honored to announce the 28th Annual Peace Officer Memorial Procession, which will take place on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in Monterey County.

This annual event is held to honor the sacrifice and remember the service of peace officers who have dedicated their lives to protecting and serving their communities. Law enforcement personnel from agencies throughout Monterey County will participate in a memorial procession culminating at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 15 Railroad Avenue in Spreckels, California. A memorial service will be held following the procession.

Participating agencies will assemble at designated locations throughout the county before converging in Salinas and proceeding together to the church.

Procession details are as follows:

• South County agencies will meet at the Soledad prison visitor parking lot at 4:30 PM

• Peninsula agencies will meet at Blanco Road and Research Drive in Marina at 4:45 PM

• Salinas-area agencies will meet on Blanco Circle across from the California Highway Patrol office at 5:00 PM

• All participating agencies will converge at the corner of Blanco Road and Highway 68 at approximately 5:15 PM before proceeding to Spreckels

Participants are asked to arrive at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church by 5:30 PM. Following the church services, a complimentary dinner will be provided in the church hall for attendees.

The Monterey County Peace Officers Association invites members of the law enforcement community, retired personnel, family members, and supporters to attend this meaningful event as we come together to recognize the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of those who have served.

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