Charlie Kirk will be honored on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in Glendale, Arizona, at a memorial service drawing large crowds and high-profile speakers. Doors open at 8 a.m., with the program starting at 11 a.m. at State Farm Stadium. Overflow seating will be at Desert Diamond Arena. Attendees are encouraged to wear red, white, or blue, and parking is free. The event will feature speakers like President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Kirk’s widow, Erika, along with prominent figures such as Tucker Carlson, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Marco Rubio.
Christian artists like Chris Tomlin, Brandon Lake, and Kari Jobe will lead worship, and the service will be livestreamed on Kirk’s Rumble account and covered by Fox News and ABC News Live. Federal agencies are preparing for Super Bowl-level security, with threats against attendees being monitored. The crowd may exceed 100,000, and supporters are encouraged to donate to TPUSA.com.
Kirk, 31, was tragically shot during a speaking event at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025. The incident, which occurred during a Turning Point USA event, prompted an investigation. Despite immediate medical attention, Kirk died later that day. Federal authorities are continuing their search for the shooter, with some experts suggesting the attack was carried out by someone experienced in firearms.
Following Kirk’s death, tributes poured in, with President Donald Trump calling it a national tragedy, while Vice President JD Vance shared similar sentiments. Trump also ordered flags to fly at half-staff through September 14 to honor Kirk’s memory.