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National Wreaths Across America Day is Saturday, December 14, 2024. Entry will be begin with Rotation Times for Families, specified entry time for Registered WAA Sponsorship and Fundraising Groups and Veteran Service Organizations, specified entry time for general volunteers wanting to attend both Ceremony and laying of the wreaths, and specified time for general volunteer wreath laying.  All Drivers must request a Vehicle Pass for the timeframe they and their passengers wish to attend.   Do not request a vehicle pass for Passengers. Select the Volunteer Button for information on all timeframes and how to register. No vehicle pass, no entry.

Car Pooling is necessary as there is limited parking space that cannot accommodate all the vehicles of over the 5,000 people who wish to attend.  Therefore, Parking Passes will be mandatory and carpooling is necessary to allow all who wish to attend the opportunity to do so.


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In Memory Of for John S. Jefferson, United States Military, Honored by Sarasota National Cemetery, Sarasota FL

You were proud to serve your country, community and family making a positive impact on all.

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In Memory Of for Joseph Magee, United States Military, Honored by Sarasota National Cemetery, Sarasota FL

Uncle Joe, we miss you. Patty and Family

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Location Information

FLSNCS - Sarasota National Cemetery, Sarasota FL
9810 State Rd 72
Sarasota, FL 34241, United States

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23,200
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December 13, 2025 at 12:00 pm (Wreath Placement - All Volunteers Must Register)

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Directions to Cemetery

I 75 to Exit #205 (Clark Road/State Rd 72). East on SR 72 4.7 miles to the Main Cemetery Entrance.  You will need to show your PARKING PASS at check in.

Follow Local Law Enforcement, VA Police and Mission Army Staff instructions for entering and exiting the cemetery.  ALL TRAFFIC is ONE WAY FLOW, exit out the East (Maintenance) Entrance.  

Parking Instructions

There is limited parking available on cemetery grounds. Parking Passes will be a mandatory requirement this year and in future years. No parking permitted in any grassy area.  Follow LEO's and traffic attendants directions.

Ceremony and Volunteer Information

Registration for Vehicle Passes is now open.  Carpooling is necessary.

Local Groups Supporting Us

FL0250 - Family and Friends of Sarasota National Cemetery Inc

Sponsor your wreaths today! National Wreaths Across America Day is Saturday, December 14, 2024. Entry will be begin with Rotation Times for Families First, specified entry time for Registered WAA Sponsorship and Fundraising Groups and Veteran Service Organizations, specified entry time for general volunteers wanting to attend both Ceremony and laying of the wreaths, and specified time for general volunteer wreath laying. All Drivers must request a Vehicle Pass for the timeframe they and their passengers wish to attend. Do not request a vehicle pass for Passengers. Select the Volunteer Button for information on all timeframes and how to register. No vehicle pass, no entry. Car Pooling is necessary as there is limited parking space that cannot accommodate all the vehicles of over the 5,000 people who wish to attend. Therefore, Parking Passes will be mandatory and carpooling is necessary to allow all who wish to attend the opportunity to do so.

Hiring Our Heroes

Welcome to Hiring Our Heroes! Our location Sponsorship Group is proud to support 86 locations and to help honor and remember as many veterans as possible. Please click "View" to learn more about our effort and then click "Volunteer" to join us for National Wreaths Across America Day. Thank you so much!

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