End of WWII Commemoration Ceremony

Join us on September 2, 2025, as we commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the End of WWII with a solemn ceremony honoring the historic day that marked the dawn of lasting peace. This solemn event honors the courage, sacrifice, and triumph of WWII veterans and celebrates the universal values of duty, honor, strength, resolve, sacrifice, and peace. The USS Missouri, a symbol of hope and resilience, serves as a reminder of the war's devastating cost and the enduring spirit that led to the hope of a better world. Join us in honoring the Greatest Generation and their legacy, while reflecting on the lessons of war and peace.

Event Details: 

• Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2025
• Time: 9:02am – 10:30am HST
• Location: Battleship Missouri Memorial Pier
• Attire: Summer Whites, Service Equivalent or Aloha Crisp Attire

This event is FREE and open to the public, inviting all to witness this historic commemoration of the moment that took place 80 years ago aboard the USS Missouri. While the event is free, we kindly ask attendees to please reserve their tickets in advance. Ticket details will be available soon.

Can’t make it in person? Watch the event live on the Battleship Missouri Memorial’s YouTube and Facebook channels.