Schedule of Events

The following are the schedule of events for The Wall That Heals.  The event is free.

Specific daily event schedules (including ceremonies, special speakers) are not yet finalized.

The Wall That Heals Battle Creek 2025

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

  • Escort lineup begins 1:00 PM.
  • The Wall That Heals arrives at Galesburg High School.
  • Escort Kickstands Up at 2:00 PM.

At 2;00 PM, the escort and The Wall That Heals leaves Galesburg High School, travels over West Michigan Avenue and Main Street in Battle Creek, arriving at Harper High School about 2:.40 PM.  There will be an escort ceremony at the arrival at Harper Creek High School.

Wednesday August 19, 2026

  • The Wall That Heals set-up begins at 8 AM.
  • After set-up is complete, approximately 2:00 PM. The Wall That Heals is now open around the clock.
  • First volunteer shift begins at 2:00 PM.
  • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 5:45 PM.
  • Volunteer training at 6:00 PM.

Thursday, August 20, 2026

  • Official opening day

  • The Wall That Heals is open to the public 24 hours per day.

  • Welcome Home Ceremony – 10:00 AM with a fly over.

  • Student, group and other tours are available.

  • Taps at 9:00 PM

Friday, August 21, 2026

  • The Wall That Heals is open to the public 24 hours per day.

  • Student, group and other tours are available.

  • Candlelight Agent Orange Ceremony / Taps at 9:00 PM.

Saturday, August 22, 2026

  • The Wall That Heals is open to the public 24 hours per day.

  • Student, group and other tours are available.

  • Taps at 9:00 PM

Sunday, August 23, 2026

  • The Wall That Heals is open to the public until 2:00 PM.

  • Closing Ceremony – 1:30 PM with fly over and Taps.

  • Volunteers begin wall breakdown at 2 p.m.