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Veterans Memorial Park is located at 10 Causeway Road in Vineyard Haven — behind Cumberland Farms, off Lagoon Pond Road near Lagoon Pond. This is an athletic and recreational park, not to be confused with Owen Park on the harbor which hosts the summer band concerts.
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What the Park Contains
The park covers approximately 9 acres with amenities including: a soccer field, two baseball fields (one lighted), a volleyball court, a lighted basketball court, a multi-purpose field, playground equipment, picnic tables, restrooms, and free parking. It is a living memorial to veterans who died in wars — the American Legion veterans decided "a park area of playing fields and playgrounds was more suitable than bronze and granite as a memorial."
History
Built by American Legion Post 257 (George W. Goethals Post) on land that was formerly a tidal marsh called "Cat Hollow." 60,000 cubic yards of earth were brought in to fill the marsh, and construction took 12 years. In 1964, Tisbury selectmen received the deed along with $6,000 for improvements. The park underwent a $500,000 renovation with a grand reopening circa 2015.
Events
The park has hosted the Beach Road Weekend music festival (2023 featured Mumford & Sons, Bon Iver, Leon Bridges). Standard use is recreational and athletic — youth soccer, Little League, community sports.
Note on Band Concerts
The Vineyard Haven Band summer concerts are held at the Owen Park bandstand on the harbor, not at Veterans Memorial Park. See our Owen Park guide for concert schedule details.
For more on Vineyard Haven, see our complete town guide or learn about getting around without a car.
⛴️ Island Tip of the Day — Ferry
The Island Queen from Falmouth to Oak Bluffs is just $20 one-way (35 min). Reservations are now required — book at islandqueen.com. Passengers only, no cars.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is provided for general guidance only and was accurate at the time of writing. Beach conditions, hours, prices, lifeguard schedules, ferry fares, and business operations change frequently and without notice. Ocean swimming carries inherent risks including rip currents, undertow, and cold water shock. Always verify current conditions with official local sources before your visit. MV Vacation assumes no responsibility for any loss, injury, or inconvenience resulting from the use of this information. Swim only where lifeguards are on duty, supervise children at all times near water, and follow all posted safety signs.
