A public memorial for Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA and a well-known conservative activist, will be held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, next weekend.

To commemorate its late founder, Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA has announced plans for a public memorial service. Next weekend is when the event will happen.

The conservative grassroots group was created in 2012 by Kirk, who passed away at the age of 31. Millions of people were reached by the nationwide movement that started in a garage in Lemont, Illinois. Turning Point’s official outlets made the announcement on Saturday.

A tribute posted on the memorial website, fightforcharlie.com, described Kirk as a man of faith, conviction, and leadership. It highlighted his dedication to God, his family, and the nation. “Charlie died doing what he loved: fighting for truth, for faith, for family, and for America,” the tribute read.

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A public memorial for Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA and a well-known conservative activist, will be held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, next weekend.

To commemorate its late founder, Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA has announced plans for a public memorial service. Next weekend is when the event will happen.

The conservative grassroots group was created in 2012 by Kirk, who passed away at the age of 31. Millions of people were reached by the nationwide movement that started in a garage in Lemont, Illinois. Turning Point’s official outlets made the announcement on Saturday.

A tribute posted on the memorial website, fightforcharlie.com, described Kirk as a man of faith, conviction, and leadership. It highlighted his dedication to God, his family, and the nation. “Charlie died doing what he loved: fighting for truth, for faith, for family, and for America,” the tribute read.

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Kirk’s love to his family and his impact as a mentor were also emphasized in the tribute, which stated that he committed his life to mentoring others and encouraging a new generation to hold fast to their convictions. It ended by citing Matthew 25:23, which calls him a “good and faithful servant.”

Charlie Kirk’s memorial service will take place at State Farm Stadium, which is situated in Glendale, Arizona, at 1 Cardinals Drive. 8:00 a.m. is when doors will open. At 11:00 a.m., the show is supposed to start. The location, which hosts important public and athletic events, should be able to hold a sizable crowd.

News of the memorial service drew immediate responses online. Many expressed admiration for the scale of the event. One commenter wrote, “Woah this is huge.” Another added, “It won’t be big enough.” Others shared regret at not being able to attend. “Wish I could attend. I’m sure it will be beautiful. I’ll be there in spirit,” one post read.

But others expressed worries about the timing. Many pointed out that the service takes place during church hours on Sunday mornings.

Comments included, “You’ve encouraged people to attend church yet schedule this during church time? Odd,” and, “Instead of being at church, which is what I expect Charlie would have wanted, you’re holding it at the same time local churches are meeting for worship?”

Another wrote, “During church? That’s not good at all.” One commenter urged organizers to reconsider, saying it was not right to ask Christians to miss worship for the memorial. On September 13, Erika Kirk shared photos and videos offering a glimpse of her final moments with her husband.

In one picture, she was seen sitting next to Charlie Kirk’s coffin and looking at him while leaning on it. Another showed Charlie in a suit inside the casket, her hand resting on his. She was captured on camera licking his hands.

Alongside the post, Erika wrote a message reflecting her grief and faith. “The world is evil. But our Savior. Our Lord. Our God. He is so good. I will never have the words. Ever.”

She said that as she cried, the sound echoed like a “battle cry.” She went on to say that although she was unable to really comprehend the loss, she thought her spouse was now in God’s care.

As we previously reported, Erika took the stage to talk publicly and tearfully about her husband’s life, legacy, and future plans for the first time since his untimely passing. Erika thanked first responders, investigators, and public officials for their support following Wednesday’s deadly incident during a news briefing.

She specifically thanked President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance for their outreach during the difficult time. “Mr. President, my husband loved you, and he knew that you loved him, too,” Erika Kirk said, fighting back tears. “He did. Your friendship was amazing. You supported him so well, as did he for you.”

According to Erika, Charlie frequently talked about wanting to be known as a man of faith and bravery as well as a political figure. Through the nonprofit he founded and oversaw, Turning Point USA, she promised to continue his work.

CelebrityCharlie Kirk’s Memorial Service Details Officially Released
A public memorial for Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA and a well-known conservative activist, will be held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, next weekend.

To commemorate its late founder, Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA has announced plans for a public memorial service. Next weekend is when the event will happen.

The conservative grassroots group was created in 2012 by Kirk, who passed away at the age of 31. Millions of people were reached by the nationwide movement that started in a garage in Lemont, Illinois. Turning Point’s official outlets made the announcement on Saturday.

A tribute posted on the memorial website, fightforcharlie.com, described Kirk as a man of faith, conviction, and leadership. It highlighted his dedication to God, his family, and the nation. “Charlie died doing what he loved: fighting for truth, for faith, for family, and for America,” the tribute read.

Source: Wikimedia Commons
Kirk’s love to his family and his impact as a mentor were also emphasized in the tribute, which stated that he committed his life to mentoring others and encouraging a new generation to hold fast to their convictions. It ended by citing Matthew 25:23, which calls him a “good and faithful servant.”

Charlie Kirk’s memorial service will take place at State Farm Stadium, which is situated in Glendale, Arizona, at 1 Cardinals Drive. 8:00 a.m. is when doors will open. At 11:00 a.m., the show is supposed to start. The location, which hosts important public and athletic events, should be able to hold a sizable crowd.

News of the memorial service drew immediate responses online. Many expressed admiration for the scale of the event. One commenter wrote, “Woah this is huge.” Another added, “It won’t be big enough.” Others shared regret at not being able to attend. “Wish I could attend. I’m sure it will be beautiful. I’ll be there in spirit,” one post read.

But others expressed worries about the timing. Many pointed out that the service takes place during church hours on Sunday mornings.

Comments included, “You’ve encouraged people to attend church yet schedule this during church time? Odd,” and, “Instead of being at church, which is what I expect Charlie would have wanted, you’re holding it at the same time local churches are meeting for worship?”

Another wrote, “During church? That’s not good at all.” One commenter urged organizers to reconsider, saying it was not right to ask Christians to miss worship for the memorial. On September 13, Erika Kirk shared photos and videos offering a glimpse of her final moments with her husband.

In one picture, she was seen sitting next to Charlie Kirk’s coffin and looking at him while leaning on it. Another showed Charlie in a suit inside the casket, her hand resting on his. She was captured on camera licking his hands.

Alongside the post, Erika wrote a message reflecting her grief and faith. “The world is evil. But our Savior. Our Lord. Our God. He is so good. I will never have the words. Ever.”

She said that as she cried, the sound echoed like a “battle cry.” She went on to say that although she was unable to really comprehend the loss, she thought her spouse was now in God’s care.

As we previously reported, Erika took the stage to talk publicly and tearfully about her husband’s life, legacy, and future plans for the first time since his untimely passing. Erika thanked first responders, investigators, and public officials for their support following Wednesday’s deadly incident during a news briefing.

She specifically thanked President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance for their outreach during the difficult time. “Mr. President, my husband loved you, and he knew that you loved him, too,” Erika Kirk said, fighting back tears. “He did. Your friendship was amazing. You supported him so well, as did he for you.”

According to Erika, Charlie frequently talked about wanting to be known as a man of faith and bravery as well as a political figure. Through the nonprofit he founded and oversaw, Turning Point USA, she promised to continue his work.

“Charlie, I promise I will never let your legacy die, baby,” she said. “I promise I’ll make Turning Point USA the biggest thing that this nation has ever seen.” In her closing remarks, Erika spoke about Charlie’s deep commitment to their family, saying he had loved their children and her, with all his heart, and that she had always known it.

Additionally, Erika revealed a private moment with their daughter, Gigi, age three, who has started to inquire about her father’s absence.

“When I got home last night, Gigi, our daughter, just ran into my arms,” Erika said. “And she goes, ‘Where’s daddy?’ I said, ‘Baby, daddy loves you so much. Don’t you worry. He’s on a work trip with Jesus so he can afford your blueberry budget.’”