Remembrance ceremonies scheduled in metro Atlanta honoring first responders, 9/11 victims

Remembering 9/11 The names of the victims of the 9/11 terror attack are read during a remembrance ceremony on the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 terror attack on the World Trade Center at Ground Zero, in New York City on September 11, 2024. (Photo by KENA BETANCUR / AFP) (Photo by KENA BETANCUR/AFP via Getty Images) (KENA BETANCUR/AFP via Getty Images)

By Miles Montgomery

DEKALB COUNTY, GA — Multiple remembrance ceremonies are scheduled across metro Atlanta to honor the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

Communities are holding events to reflect on the lives lost and pay tribute to first responders, emergency personnel, and members of the armed forces who continue to serve and protect.

In Woodstock, a free ceremony will take place Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Park at City Center. The annual event honors the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and pays tribute to the courage and sacrifice of first responders, emergency personnel and those who serve the United States.

The program will include remarks from city leaders and local officials, moments of reflection, and the opportunity for the community to come together in remembrance, officials said.

“September 11th remains a day etched into our nation’s memory,” said Mayor Michael Caldwell. “This ceremony gives us the chance to pause, reflect, and honor not only those we lost, but also those who serve today to keep our community and our country safe.”

Officials say a limited number of 9/11 Remembrance Lapel Pins will be distributed to attendees.

Last week, more than 1,000 participants honored 9/11 first responders with a stair climb at Truist Park. Many of them were first responders and wore full gear as they climbed 110 steps in tribute.

Other local ceremonies include:

  • Kennesaw Mountain High School: NJROTC cadets will lead the school’s annual September 11 Remembrance Ceremony at 9:30 a.m., located at 1898 Kennesaw Due West Road NW.
  • DeKalb County Public Safety Complex, Tucker: The police and fire rescue departments will host a 9/11 Memorial Remembrance Ceremony Thursday morning. Attendees are encouraged to arrive between 8-8:30 a.m., with the ceremony beginning promptly at 8:46 a.m. at 1950 West Exchange Place.
  • Peachtree City Fire Rescue Memorial Walk: A memorial walk to remember the victims lost on 9/11 is scheduled at 9 a.m. on Drake Field located at 155 Willowbend Rd.
  • Buckhead Stair Climb at Thompson Hotel: The third annual 9/11 memorial stair climb will be held where participants will climb 110 flights of stairs together. It will be held at 415 East Paces Ferry Rd. in Atlanta from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.