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Inside Charlie Kirk funeral: All about strict protocols, security details and memorial service guidelines
The funeral of Charlie Kirk is being held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, with over 100,000 expected.
The funeral of Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, is underway at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The stadium, home to the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals, could see over 100,000 people, Glendale Police spokesperson Moroni Mendez told CNN. The organizers have also made seating arrangements at the nearby Desert Diamond Arena.
Charlie Kirk's memorial will also be streamed live through the activist’s Rumble account as well as Turning Point USA’s platforms, and will be carried by major networks, including Fox and CBS.
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Charlie Kirk funeral: Attendees and speakers
US President Donald Trump will shortly be addressing thousands of people gathered for Kirk’s funeral and memorial. Vice President JD Vance, and several cabinet members, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, will be at the event.
Charlie Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, is also expected to speak at the funeral. Moreover, Christian artists like Chris Tomlin and Brandon Lake will be putting up musical performances.
Security at Charlie Kirk's funeral
The funeral has been designated as a SEAR Level 1 event by the Secret Service, placing it on par with events like the Super Bowl. Officials say preparations have been compressed into a single week compared to the two years normally allowed for such large-scale security planning.
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Charlie Kirk's funeral: Strict protocols for attendees
Prior to the funeral’s start, Turning Point USA issued clear guidelines for those attending. Guests were asked to dress in ‘Sunday best’ attire in red, white, or blue. Organizers also said free parking will be available but only in limited numbers, and had urged attendees to carpool instead.
There is a strict no-bag policy in place. Even the clear bags, which are normally permitted in the stadiums, are not allowed. They said anyone who brought a bag will be turned away and required to rejoin the line after returning it to their vehicle.
A Fox News report added that flowers and personal tributes have been prohibited inside the venue. Attendees can send memorial items to Turning Point USA headquarters in Phoenix. The organization is instead encouraging that donations should be made.
FAQs
When is Charlie Kirk’s funeral?
The funeral will take place on Sunday at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Doors open at 8 am, with the service beginning at 11 am local time.
Will the funeral be televised?
Yes. It will be broadcast on major US networks and streamed on Rumble and Turning Point USA’s channels.
Is the funeral open to the public?
Yes. Entry will be free and on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to stadium capacity.
