How to Watch and Attend
Charlie Kirk will be honored on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in Glendale, Arizona. The memorial is expected to draw massive crowds, prominent speakers, and heightened security.
Doors open at 8 a.m., with the program starting at 11 a.m. Seating at State Farm Stadium is first-come, first-served. Overflow seating will be available at Desert Diamond Arena. Guests are encouraged to wear red, white, or blue. Parking is free, and a no-bag policy will be strictly enforced.
The event will be livestreamed on Kirk’s Rumble account. Coverage will also air on Fox News and ABC News Live.
Speaker Lineup
The memorial will feature:
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President Donald Trump
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Vice President JD Vance
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Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk
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Prominent figures including Donald Trump Jr., Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Marco Rubio, Tucker Carlson, Pete Hegseth, Tulsi Gabbard, Stephen Miller, Susie Wiles, and Sergio Gor
Worship will be led by Christian artists Chris Tomlin, Brandon Lake, Phil Wickham, Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes, Steve Amerson, and Lee Greenwood.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed: “We’re actually taking two planes full of White House staff.”
Security Measures
Federal agencies are tracking several threats of unknown credibility, prompting Super Bowl–level security. Glendale police estimate attendance could exceed 100,000 people.
Supporters are asked to donate to TPUSA.com instead of sending flowers. Additional details are available at FightForCharlie.com.
Charlie Kirk during a swearing-in ceremony for interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., Jeanine Pirro. in the Oval Office of the White House on May 28, 2025, in Washington, D.C. | Source: Getty Images
The Tragic Event at UVU
Charlie Kirk, 31, founder of Turning Point USA, was fatally shot during a speaking event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. The shooting occurred midday, organized by UVU’s TPUSA student chapter.
Witnesses reported hearing a single gunshot from a nearby building. Kirk was the only person injured, and campus police quickly cleared the courtyard.
A UVU spokesperson stated: “Shots were fired from a building about 200 yards from the speaker. The individual was taken away immediately by security. The campus is closed for the day, and a suspect is in custody.”
Immediate Response
TPUSA confirmed Kirk’s condition: “Charlie Kirk has been shot. He is in the hospital, and we are praying for him.”
Later, the organization announced his death to employees and supporters: “Early this afternoon, Charlie went to his eternal reward with Jesus Christ in Heaven.”
The FBI questioned and released the initially detained suspect, emphasizing the investigation remains active. Experts warned that the attacker likely had firearms experience and acted with precision.
Eyewitness Accounts
Jeremy King, 45, who stood 15 feet from Kirk, recalled initially thinking the gunshot might be part of the presentation. Panic set in when Kirk collapsed. King described: “Everyone dropped to the ground. You don’t know if this is a single shot or if it’s going to turn into a mass shooting.”
Kirk’s bodyguards acted swiftly, moving him to a nearby SUV as King recorded the response.
Tributes and Official Reactions
Tributes poured in from leaders across the political spectrum. President Donald Trump called the shooting a national tragedy, describing Kirk as a martyr.
Vice President JD Vance echoed Trump’s message, calling Kirk a legendary figure who inspired young Americans. Trump also offered condolences to Erika Kirk and their family.
Earlier, Trump ordered all U.S. flags at half-staff through September 14, covering federal buildings, military installations, and embassies worldwide.
