Untold Stories & 9/11 25th Anniversary Commemoration Service Tickets - AVAILABLE NOW!

This September, Gander will come together to mark 25 years since September 11, 2001, and Operation Yellow Ribbon.

Two special events will take place as part of the 25th anniversary commemorations.

Untold Stories – Reconnected

Thursday, September 10, 2026 | 6–8 p.m.
Gander Airport International Lounge
Doors open at 5 p.m.

Untold Stories – Reconnected will bring together “Plane People,” local residents and others who experienced the events of September 11, 2001, firsthand. Through personal reflections and shared memories, speakers will revisit the six days that changed Gander and the lives of thousands of passengers and crew.

Special guest The Honourable David Collenette, Canada’s Minister of Transport on September 11, 2001, will also share his firsthand perspective on the events of that day and Canada’s response.

Tickets available now: www.showpass.com/25th-anniversary-of-911-untold-stories-reconnected/  

25th Anniversary Commemoration Service

Friday, September 11, 2026 | 2 p.m.
Steele Community Centre

The service will bring together survivors, family members, “Plane People,” volunteers, first responders, military representatives, dignitaries and members of the public.

Through music, personal reflections, tributes and ceremonial elements, we will remember the lives lost, honour those who responded and served, and commemorate the compassion shown by Gander and surrounding communities during Operation Yellow Ribbon.

The final release of tickets is available now: www.showpass.com/25th-anniversary-of-911/

Please note: As the service will be televised live, all members of the general public must be seated in their assigned seats by 1:35 p.m.