What: the opening ceremony of the Emanuel Nine Memorial on November 14, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to noon, about 780 expected, at the memorial beside Mother Emanuel AME Church (110 Calhoun St). Plans include a ribbon cutting, speeches by elected officials and foundation staff, and music.
Where it stands: The event application (SEC2026-01307) was on the 2026-10-14 Special Events Committee agenda with the applicant present. It asks to close Calhoun Street between Meeting and Anson Streets from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., using three lanes as event space and keeping the fourth clear for emergency vehicles. The outcome was not read.