Charlie Kirk's funeral service was held on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
The memorial service for Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist who was assassinated on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University, took place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, home of the NFL's Arizona Cardinals and near the headquarters of Turning Point USA, the nonprofit he founded
. Doors opened at 8 a.m. local time, with the program beginning at 11 a.m.
. The service attracted over 100,000 attendees, with overflow directed to Desert Diamond Arena, which has a capacity of 20,000
Speakers and Attendees
The service featured remarks from numerous high-profile figures, including:
President Donald Trump
Vice President J.D. Vance
Secretary of State Marco Rubio
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Political commentator Tucker Carlson
White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller
Elon Musk attended as a guest
Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, also delivered a speech, during which she publicly forgave the man accused of murdering her husband
. Additional speakers included Tulsi Gabbard, Donald Trump Jr., and other political and media figures, with more names announced leading up to the event
Context and Logistics
Charlie Kirk was fatally shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025. His casket was transported by Air Force Two to Phoenix, Arizona, on September 11, accompanied by Vice President J.D. Vance, Second Lady Usha Vance, and Erika Kirk
. From Phoenix, the casket was taken by hearse to Hansen Mortuary Chapel under police escort before the memorial service
The event was described as a blend of evangelical revival and political gathering, reflecting Kirk's influence in both conservative activism and public speaking
. For those unable to attend in person, live coverage was streamed online via FOX Local and YouTube
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