Turning Point USA has announced plans for a public memorial service to honor its late founder, Charlie Kirk. The event will take place next weekend.

Kirk, who died at age 31, founded the conservative grassroots organization in 2012. What began in a garage in Lemont, Illinois, grew into a nationwide movement that reached millions. The announcement was made Saturday through Turning Point’s official channels.

A tribute posted on the memorial website, fightforcharlie.com, described Kirk as a man of faith, conviction, and leadership. It highlighted his dedication to God, his family, and the nation. “Charlie died doing what he loved: fighting for truth, for faith, for family, and for America,” the tribute read.

The tribute also highlighted Kirk’s devotion to his family and his influence as a mentor, noting that he dedicated himself to guiding others and inspiring a new generation to stand firm in their beliefs. It concluded with a reference to Matthew 25:23, describing him as a “good and faithful servant.”

The memorial service for Charlie Kirk will be held at State Farm Stadium, located at 1 Cardinals Drive in Glendale, Arizona. Doors will open at 8:00 a.m. The program is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. The venue, home to major sporting and public events, is expected to accommodate a large crowd.

News of the memorial service drew immediate responses online. Many expressed admiration for the scale of the event. One commenter wrote, “Woah this is huge.” Another added, “It won’t be big enough.” Others shared regret at not being able to attend. “Wish I could attend. I’m sure it will be beautiful. I’ll be there in spirit,” one post read.

Some, however, raised concerns about the timing. Several noted that the service falls during Sunday morning church hours.

Comments included, “You’ve encouraged people to attend church yet schedule this during church time? Odd,” and, “Instead of being at church, which is what I expect Charlie would have wanted, you’re holding it at the same time local churches are meeting for worship?”

Another wrote, “During church? That’s not good at all.” One commenter urged organizers to reconsider, saying it was not right to ask Christians to miss worship for the memorial. On September 13, Erika Kirk shared photos and videos offering a glimpse of her final moments with her husband.

One image showed her sitting beside Charlie Kirk’s coffin, leaning on it as she viewed him. Another depicted her hand resting on his, with Charlie dressed in a suit inside the coffin. In a video, she was seen kissing his hands.

Alongside the post, Erika wrote a message reflecting her grief and faith. “The world is evil. But our Savior. Our Lord. Our God. He is so good. I will never have the words. Ever.”

She described the sound of her weeping as echoing like a “battle cry.” She added that while she could not fully understand the loss, she believed her husband was now in God’s care.

We previously reported that for the first time since the tragic death of her husband, Erika stepped forward to speak publicly — and emotionally — about his life, his legacy, and what comes next. Speaking at a press briefing, Erika expressed gratitude to first responders, investigators, and public officials who supported her after Wednesday’s fatal shooting.

She specifically thanked President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance for their outreach during the difficult time. “Mr. President, my husband loved you, and he knew that you loved him, too,” Erika Kirk said, fighting back tears. “He did. Your friendship was amazing. You supported him so well, as did he for you.”

Erika shared that Charlie often spoke about how he wanted to be remembered — not just as a political figure, but as a man of faith and courage. She pledged to carry on his work through Turning Point USA, the organization he founded and led.

“Charlie, I promise I will never let your legacy die, baby,” she said. “I promise I’ll make Turning Point USA the biggest thing that this nation has ever seen.” In her closing remarks, Erika spoke about Charlie’s deep commitment to their family, saying he had loved their children and her, with all his heart, and that she had always known it.

Erika also shared a personal moment with their three-year-old daughter, Gigi, who has begun to ask questions about her father’s absence.

“When I got home last night, Gigi, our daughter, just ran into my arms,” Erika said. “And she goes, ‘Where’s daddy?’ I said, ‘Baby, daddy loves you so much. Don’t you worry. He’s on a work trip with Jesus so he can afford your blueberry budget.'”