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 Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington D.C. that is sanctioned by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF). Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19. Open 24 hrs. Closes Sunday at 2pm. This is a free event open to the public.
Location of the Wall That Heals in Del Rio:
1117 W De La Rosa Street
Del Rio, Texas 7884
This event was made possible by direct support from our local sponsors and their love for our Heroes.
Thank you to Our Sponsors
Schedule of Events
Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - Welcome The Wall that Heals
TBD: Help FOB Del Rio welcome The Wall That Heals as it is escorted by motorcade through the community of Del Rio. Follow our website for upcoming information.
TBD: Photo Opportunities and Music
The community will be able to get the first look at The Wall That Heals, take photos and honor veterans
Wednesday, 15 April 2026- The Wall Set Up
8:30a: 30 to 40 Volunteers will assist in setting up the full Wall That Heals Display.
6:00p: Volunteer Training
VVMF will take volunteers through a personal tour and training on how to assist visitors.
Thursday, April 16 2026 - Welcome Home Ceremony
9:00a: Welcome Home Ceremony with Special guest speaker and local veteran: Bobby Barrerra
Sunset: Taps Ceremony
The Taps will be played at sunset each night. Visitors are welcome to take pictures.
Friday, April 17 2026 - Viewings and Tours
VVMF will be available to provide scheduled tours to visitors. Volunteers will assist visitors at The Wall & mobile Education Center
Sunset: Light the Night and Taps Ceremony
The lights for The Wall That Heals will be displayed with a candlelight and tap ceremony
The Taps will be played at sunset each night. Visitors are welcome to take pictures.
Saturday, April 18 2026- Final Taps
TBD: A final role call will be conducted acknowledging the Del Rio and surrounding communities Vietnam KIAs.
Sunset: Final Taps
At sunset the final taps for The Wall That Heals will be played.
Sunday, April 19 2026 -Closing Ceremony
2:00p: The viewing of The Wall That Heals will officially conclude and the Volunteers will begin to disassemble 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 abitela@fobdelrio.com