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Flowers, American flags, and other items mourning Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, on Sept. 16, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times
The memorial service for Charlie Kirk, 31, founder of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), will be held on Sunday, Sept. 21, at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
Kirk, who was assassinated on Sept. 10 during a speaking event at Utah Valley University, has been mourned and remembered in vigils nationwide, as the nation reacts to his violent murder in front of thousands, including his wife and two young children.
The service will start at 11 a.m. local time, but the doors will open at 8 a.m. According to the TPUSA site “Fight for Charlie,” the dress code is “Sunday Best—Red, White, or Blue.” Attendees are asked to register for the event.
The event will feature remarks by Kirk’s wife, Erika Kirk, as well as President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
Also slated to attend are White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and Director of National Security Tulsi Gabbard.
Other notable guests include the president’s eldest child Donald Trump Jr., political commentator Tucker Carlson, White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, and director of White House personnel Sergio Gor.
The worship portion of the event will be led by Chris Tomlin, Phil Wickham, and other notable faith leaders.
“This event is first come, first served based on stadium capacity,” the announcement stated. “Indoor overflow will be available next door at the Desert Diamond Arena.”
According to the venue, State Farm Stadium has fixed seating for more than 63,000 attendees, and can expand to accommodate around another 10,000.
The website also stated that “enhanced security measures are in place,” which could result in longer wait times, and that guests will not be permitted to enter with any bag.
Some simulcasts have been announced, such as one at First Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida, which will also feature a Q&A following the service for those with questions about the event or Kirk’s life’s work. The event will also be streamed on some platforms for those unable to attend in person.
Kirk’s murder has drawn widespread condemnation of political violence, from both his supporters and many of those who had publicly disagreed with his views.
The violent and unexpected nature of the political figure’s death led to memorials and vigils across the United States and internationally.
Kirk is survived by his wife and their two young children.
Erika Kirk made public remarks just days after her husband’s death, saying, “To everyone listening tonight across America, the movement my husband built will not die.”
The Fight for Charlie site remembered his life, stating: “Charlie died doing what he loved: fighting for truth, for faith, for family, and for America. His sacrifice will endure as a guiding light for generations.
“Though our hearts are heavy, we do not grieve as those without hope.”
