Event Schedule

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

  • The Wall That Heals escort arrives in White Bear Township at approximately 1 p.m.
  • For information on the Escort Route, please check out the Motorcycle Escort page

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

  • Set up begins at 8:30AM with soft opening at completion.
  • First volunteer shift begins at 2 p.m.
  • Volunteer training begins at 6 p.m.

Thursday, August 6, 2026

  • Official opening day
  • Welcome Home Ceremony – 9 a.m. featuring General Paul Nakasone (ret) 
  • Guided tours at 11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, & 6:00pm
  • Sunset – Taps
  • The Wall That Heals is open to the public 24 hours per day.

Friday, August 7, 202

  • Guided tours at 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, & 6:00pm
  • Light The Night Candlelight Event – 9 p.m.
  • Taps to follow event
  • The Wall That Heals is open to the public 24 hours per day.

Saturday, August 8, 2026

  • Guided tours at 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, & 6:00pm
  • Sunset – Echo Taps
  • The Wall That Heals is open to the public 24 hours per day.

Sunday, August 9, 2026

  • Closing Ceremony – 1:45 p.m.
  • The Wall That Heals is open to the public until 2 p.m.
  • Volunteers begin breakdown at 2 p.m.