9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Set for Cmdr. Dan Shanower Memorial
By TopHolding Editorial · Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Naperville will hold its annual September 11 remembrance ceremony at the Cmdr. Dan Shanower Memorial to mark the 25th anniversary of the 2001 attacks.
The City of Naperville and the Naperville Responds for Veterans organization are teaming up to host an annual remembrance ceremony to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The event will take place at the Cmdr. Dan Shanower Memorial, a site dedicated to honoring the victims and heroes of that day.
This year's milestone anniversary serves as a somber reflection on the tragedy and its lasting impact on the nation and the local community. The ceremony will feature tributes, speeches, and moments of silence to pay respect to those lost and to recognize the sacrifice of first responders and military personnel.
The Cmdr. Dan Shanower Memorial, located along the Riverwalk, provides a poignant backdrop for the remembrance. The annual event is a fixture in the city's calendar, drawing residents together to ensure that the memory of the events of 9/11 remains a part of the city's civic consciousness.
City officials and community leaders have invited the public to attend the ceremony, which emphasizes unity and honoring service. The partnership with Naperville Responds for Veterans highlights the ongoing local commitment to supporting those who have served the country, further connecting the memory of 9/11 to current efforts for the veteran community.