See the Schedule of Events Page for More!!
See the Schedule of Events Page for More!!
Saturday Only! Wristbands at the gate!
Creativity Cove is coming to the Big Flag park for the youth events on Saturday Only! They are bringing 2 bounce houses, 2 games, giveaways, and more. $10 wristbands at the "gate"
If you cannot afford for your child to bounce, please contact a board member before the event in person or by email. armed.forces.day@outlook .com
Parade at Noon on Saturday (Line up by 11, get numbers by 10:00)
We will be sponsoring an outdoor band outside of Gils 7-9pm with family activities outside of the American Legion 4-7pm on Friday Evening and the same band will play for the VFW on Saturday evening at the USO Building, where you will find fun indoor activities after a day outside. Come support our local Veterans/Military service organizations.
They are who we Celebrate
FUN ACROBATIC TRAMPOLINE ACT. EACH SHOW 15-20 MIN LONG. 3 SHOWS ON FRIDAY at 11am, 3pm, 8pm And 2 shows ON SATURDAY 2:30pm & 6:30pm LOCATED IN THE JOE'S PARKING LOT AT 5TH AND MAIN STREET
Alicia's Mexican Food, Glazed & Confused, Hungary Express, Kingz Concessions, New Life USA-Hungry Digger, Paladins Bakery, Papa Changos, Salucita Sips n More-Red White and Brew, Snowie Shaved Ice, Southwest Smokers, Squeeze N Fluff, TnD Tacos, Tacos El Buki, Tacos El Yusa, Wende's Hit and Miss Ice Cream, Wild West Burgers
Beautiful Soul Jewelry, Bodacious Beads, NOCE-CASAT-NCB, Dixie Designs, Drawful Caricatures, DropPin co, Family Search, Gloria's, Grammie B Rocks, Hartkin, Iron City Tattoo (In Studio Black), J&K Enterprise, Josh Richards Tattoo (In Barley's garage), Knots N Pots, Krafty Kreations, Linda's Charms (AFD Featured Vendor in our Space also selling AFD T-shirts), Mama Tees Tallow, Mayken Light Candles, Mineral County Democrats, Moxy Up, Neff's, Nevada Department of Veteran's Services, NV Surprise Lady, New York Fashion, Pittman's Dark Arcana, Mineral County Pop Warner-Pie the People, R&C Revolutionary Creations, Radiant Road Relics, Roots, Sweet Breezes LLC, Tillies Nevada, Trends, UNR Extension 4-H,
In conjunction with the Armed Forces Day Committee there will be an AFD Friday Family Fun Event in the dirt lot next to the American Legion on 7th and E st.
Music, Crafts, Painting, Games Bouncing... And Post cards to be sent to the troops. ALL FREE ACTIVITIES. Refreshments from the American Legion for a small fee.
Friday Karaoke at the USO in the evening
**Cornhole for a Cause!**
Join the Htown Baggers and the VFW for a fun-filled **Fundraiser Cornhole Tournament** benefiting **VFW POST 2313**!
Location: USO Building
950 E St, Hawthorne, NV 89415
Hosted by: H-Town Baggers
Check-in: 10:30 AM
Bags fly: 11:00 AM
Bring your friends, your best toss, and your competitive spirit—all while supporting a great cause for our veterans
Prizes, good times, and community vibes guaranteed!
See the flyer on the fundraiser page*
Head on over to 595 5th street on Saturday morning 8am and for a small fee you can get pancakes and sausages, then pop around the corner to the parade's Grandstand at 11am for their flag ceremony in conjunction with the Local Boy Scout troops. On Sunday morning 8am they will have a full breakfast.
Thursday
Horseshoe Tournament 6pm
Friday
Trike Races 6pm
AFD Bar "March" 5:30pm
Saturday
Car Show 8am Joes Parking lot
Mimosas & Bloody Marys During Parade
After the Parade look for the Wheelbarrow Races &
Watermelon Eating Contest
Trike Races 5:30pm
Live Music 6pm
DEMOLITION DERBY ON ARMORY ROAD SATURDAY EVENING. GATES OPEN AT 5PM CARS START AT 6PM,
Saturday May 16th 1pm to 6pm Tour the old Courthouse on the 500 block of C street. Bring a flashlight and respect for the space.
Andre Molyneaux has granted permission to show his Babbitt documentary. We believe that is at the YCAC Saturday same time as courthouse tour.
Hawthorne's Hometown Quilt Show Located at 5th and C Street at the old courthouse lawn. Saturday May 16, 1pm to 6pm
All quilts (old & new) as well as for show
and sale are welcome. Special entry for patriotic in honor of Armed Forces Day
Contact Cindy Nixon 775-312-1394 Heidi Johnson 775-217-5801 or Heidi Bunch 775-312-0358
This will be a time of remembrance, reflection, and celebration of a life that gave so much to so many.
We invite you to come as you are, with love in your heart and memories to share.
Al Ferrell served the community of Hawthorne Naval Base, Babbitt, and Hawthorne, Nevada as a firefighter,
EMT, and ambulance driver from the age of 16 to 67.
He was a man who showed up when people needed him
most. Always.
Whether you come to his Celebration of Life to listen, reflect, or simply be present, your presence matters to
Big Al and our Ferrell family. We encourage you to bring your memories, your stories, and your love.
We welcome you to dress comfortably or in a way that reflects Al's easy going, relaxed spirit and the life he
lived.
Together, we will honor not just how Al lived, but how he left us feeling. Al wrote the story of How You
Leave Them Feeling long before those four books were ever published and shared with the world. He
wholeheartedly lived this concept in full color!
Al's service may have ended, but his IMPACT will continue through all of us!
Al Ferrell was born on October 15, 1958, in Reno, Nevada at St. Mary's Hospital.
He passed away on March 27, 2026, in Yerington, Nevada. Al lived in Hawthorne from the age of 7 through 67,
with a brief college season in Reno in 1977.
His roots ran deep, and so did his impact.
His wife Missy and his children Jordan, James, Choco, Nicole, and Adam truly appreciate the care,
friendship, and love you shared with Al, and the many ways you touched his life!
His Celebration of Life will be held at the Hawthorne Junior High School Gymnasium, a place that honors
his state record setting and electrifying athleticism.
Date: May 14, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Duration: One hour
Jesse Ferrell has been asked to officiate the Al Ferrell Celebration of Life service. A host of selected speakers
will share brief two minute reflections to honor Al's life and legacy during this service.
Following the service:
One hour after the conclusion, the Ferrell family will host a casual, organic gathering at Bourbon Street,
located near the Safeway shopping center.
Appetizers will be provided for those attending as we continue to connect, share stories, and celebrate Big Al together.
We value our exceptional lifetime relationship we have earned with you and look forward to sharing
Big Al' Celebration of Life with you! Please text your RSVP to Lisa at (702)239-5055.
In place of flowers or gifts, please consider a contribution to the Al Ferrell First Responder Impact Fund.
These contributions will directly support his wife and continue the care, love, and presence Al gave to so many.
Please contact Lisa Ferrell to make your contribution.
702-239-5055
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