Flag Raising Ceremonies

One of the special ways Milpitas celebrates our diversity is with flag raisings to honor different communities that are important within Milpitas. We invite community groups to partner with us to create meaningful ceremonies that reflect their heritage and culture with music, dance, spoken word, colorful decorations, and special foods.

Procedures, Rules & Responsibilities

Learn more about the procedures, rules, and responsibilities of hosting or co-hosting a flag-raising ceremony (PDF). You can view our Resolution on Flag-raising Ceremonies here. 

Interested groups can apply online by completing our Flag Raising Ceremony Application.

Flag Raising Events

Our Council-approved Flag Raising events include:

• Black History Month – February 1-28
• Women’s History Month – March 1- 31
• Cesar Chavez Day – March 31
• Black April – April 1-30 (half-staff)
• Asian Pacific American Month – May 1-31
• Public Safety Day – May 15
• Eritrea Independence Day – May 24
• LGBTQ+ Pride Month – June 1- 30
• Philippines Independence Day – June 12
• Juneteenth – June 19
• India Independence Day – August 15
• Hispanic Heritage Month – September 15- October 15
• Mexico Independence Day – September 16
• Filipino American History Month – October 1-31
• Native American Heritage and Culture Month – November 1- 30

For more information, email Recreation Specialist Rebecca Huang or call 408-586-3410.