Saluting the flag (Photo – City of San Gabriel)
Local cities and fire departments will host 9/11 remembrance ceremonies to honor the lives lost and the bravery of first responders on September 11, 2001.
By Katlyn Ong
This is a time to reflect on the past, creating a space of remembrance and unity. Here are a few ceremonies happening around the Greater Pasadena area:
Pasadena
9/11 Tribute
September 11, 2025
6:45 am – 7:00 am
Location
Fire Station 34
1360 E. Del Mar Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91106
The Pasadena Fire and Police Departments will come together to honor and remember the lives lost during the September 11 attacks at a special 9/11 Tribute. This brief yet meaningful ceremony will take place on September 11, 2025, from 6:45 am to 7:00 am at Fire Station 34, located at 1360 E. Del Mar Blvd., Pasadena, CA. The event will serve as a reminder of the unity and strength of our community in times of tragedy.
Alhambra
Alhambra 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony September 11, 2025 9:00 am Location Alhambra Fire Department Fire Station 71 301 N 1st St. Alhambra, CA 91801
The Alhambra Fire Department will host its annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 9:00 am at Fire Station 71 to pay tribute to the first responders and civilians who lost their lives during the tragic events of September 11, 2001. The ceremony will feature posting of colors by the Alhambra Police Department Honor Guard, Invocation, and Tolling of the Bell. All are welcome to attend and registration is not required. For more information, email Chief Jeff Ragusa at jragusa@alhambrafire.org.
Monterey Park
Monterey Park Patriot Day Ceremony September 11, 2025 8:30 am - 9:30 am Location Monterey Park City Hall 320 West Newmark Ave. Monterey Park, CA 91754
The City of Monterey Park invites the public to attend its annual 9/11 Patriot Day Ceremony on Thursday, September 11, at 8:30 am in front of Monterey Park City Hall. This event honors the lives lost and the heroes who responded on September 11, 2001, with a community gathering of remembrance and reflection. Residents are encouraged to join in paying tribute as the City reaffirms its commitment to never forget.
Rosemead
Rosemead 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony September 11, 2025 6:00 pm Location Rosemead Civic Center Plaza 8838 E. Valley Blvd. Rosemead, CA 91770
The City of Rosemead will hold a Remembrance Ceremony to honor the lives lost, celebrate acts of bravery, and recognize the enduring spirit that unites the community in times of hardship. The event invites residents to stand together in solemn reflection, acknowledging both the pain and resilience that shape the nation’s collective memory. For more information, contact the Rosemead Parks and Recreation Department at (626) 569-2160.
9/11 Memorial at Rosemead (Photo – Denise Menchaca)
San Gabriel
San Gabriel Fire Department 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony September 11, 2025 6:30 am - 8:30 am Location San Gabriel Fire Station 51 1303 S Del Mar Ave. San Gabriel, CA 91776
The San Gabriel Fire Department invites the community to a special 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony to honor the bravery of first responders and remember the lives lost during the tragic events of September 11, 2001. The ceremony will feature a moving flag display, a solemn march, and a heartfelt tribute by Verdugo Fire Communications, creating a space for reflection, remembrance, and unity. All are welcome to attend this meaningful morning of tribute. Let us stand together to honor the courage, sacrifice, and resilience that continue to inspire our nation.
Sierra Madre
Sierra Madre September 11 Annual Remembrance Program September 11, 2025 6:30 am Location Sierra Madre Fire Station 242 W Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, CA 91024
The City of Sierra Madre invites the community to join in honoring the lives lost and the heroes of September 11. A remembrance ceremony will be held at the Sierra Madre Fire Department on Thursday, September 11, at 6:30 am. Together, stand as a community to remember, honor, and never forget.
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