Free Event Honoring Our Veterans
The Wall That Heals
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall - Replica
Del Rio, TX | 16-19 April | 2026
FOB Del Rio Welcomes
The Wall That Heals
The Wall That Heals is a 375 ft. replica of the Vietnam Memorial in Washington D.C. It will be open 24 hours a day beginning April 16th to April 19th. Closes Sunday at 2:00 p.m. This is a free event open to the public.
Location of the Wall That Heals in Del Rio:
1117 W De La Rosa St.
Del Rio, Texas 78840
This event was made possible through direct support from our local sponsors and an in-kind donation from Bank and Trust Del Rio showing their love for our Heroes. Music provided by Abracadabra Records.
Thank you to Our Sponsors
Schedule of Events
Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - Welcome The Wall that Heals
FOB Del Rio welcomes The Wall That Heals as it is escorted by motorcade through the community of Del Rio. Visit our website for more information fobdelrio.com/thewallthatheals2026
Wednesday, 15 April 2026- The Wall Set Up
8:00 a.m. Construction of The Wall begins
6:00 p.m. Volunteer Training
Thursday, April 16 2026 - Welcome Home Ceremony
The Wall That Heals is open 24 hours a day to visitors. 9:00 a.m. Welcome Home Ceremony with Special guest speaker and local veteran: Bobby Barrerra. The Taps will be played at sunset each night.
Friday, April 17 2026 - Viewings and Tours
VMF will be available to provide scheduled tours to visitors. The lights for The Wall That Heals will be displayed with a candlelight and tap ceremony. The Taps will be played at sunset.
Saturday, April 18 2026- Final Roll Call
The Wall That Heals is open 24 hours to visitors. A final roll call will be conducted acknowledging Del Rio and surrounding community Vietnam KIAs for their sacrifice.
Sunday, April 19 2026 -Closing Ceremony
1:45 p.m. Closing ceremony followed by Taps
2:00 p.m. The Wall That Heals is closed.
2:00 p.m. Take-down The Wall That Heals.
Volunteer Opportunities
We have 200+ volunteer shifts to fill. Most shifts are 4 hours Snacks & water provided
Duties include:
Welcoming visitors at the welcome tent, setup, takedown, help with finding names, parking needs, assist visitors with mobility needs, assist visitors at The Wall’s mobile Education Center.
Learn More About the In Memory Program.
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund’s (VVMF) In Memory program honors Vietnam veterans who returned home from Vietnam and later died. Click the button below to learn how you can enroll your Vietnam veteran.
For More Information Regarding the Event:
830-245-2455 adrianb@fobdelrio.com