Memorial Day celebrations in DC, Maryland, Virginia
DC News Now compiled a list of events across the DMV to honor those who have served the country, as well as other events to help kick off the summer season.
At D.C.'s National Memorial Day Parade, visitors will be able to experience the story of American service and sacrifice from the country's nearly 250-year history.
The parade will march along Constitution Avenue to honor those who have served in the military. It will feature live music, performances, marches, special celebrity guests and more.
Before the parade, musical performances will get things rolling starting at 1 p.m.
Can't make it in person? Don't worry, the patriotic commemoration will be live-streamed
The annual concert, held on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, features musical performances that honor the country's veterans, service members and their families. The event is free and open to the public.
In addition to the music, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Joint Chiefs of Staff also participate, offering their perspective on the value of military service and highlighting the challenges veterans often face.
To learn more about the concert, click
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The annual festival incorporates family fun into a traditional Memorial Day celebration.
This year's ceremony will celebrate the theme 'Honoring Heroes and Celebrating Freedom' and will feature special guest speakers Mayor Mike Benton of North Beach and Calvert County Sheriff Ricky Cox.
The festivities include live music from the U.S. Naval Academy Brass Quintet and the U.S. Navy Band Country Current, a movie screening at North Beach, war memorabilia and more.
The ceremony will be held at Chesapeake Beach Veterans Memorial Park, with family fun to follow at Kellan's Field.
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The City of Bowie's patriotic parade will recognize service members and pay respects to those who have lost their lives with marching bands, performers and floats.
The rain or shine parade will kick off at 11 a.m. from the Belair Annex on Belair Drive. It will then march down Belair Drive, turn right onto Sussex Lane, and end at the corner of Sussex Lane and Stonybrook Drive.
Organizers note that there are great places to view the parade along the route; however, bleachers will also be available next to the reviewing stand on Sussex Lane, near the intersection with Stonybrook Drive.
Spectators are encouraged to park at Bowie High School. For more information, click
This Memorial Day, Marylanders can honor those who have served in the heart of the state's capital.
The City of Annapolis Memorial Day Parade, deemed one of Maryland's largest Memorial Day parades, will start at Amos Garrett Boulevard and West Street. It will then go down West Street to Church Circle, and down Main Street to City Dock.
Following the parade of live music and floats, guests can Memorial Day Ceremony at Susan Campbell Park.
The City of Falls Church is gearing up to host its 43rd annual Memorial Day Parade and Festival, which will encapsulate a full day of family-friendly fun, all while honoring our nation's heroes.
The day will commence with the Beyer Memorial Day 3k Fun Run, starting at 9 a.m. Participants should arrive before the race at the intersection of Little Falls and Great Falls streets. However, registration is not required.
Following the race, the will host a memorial ceremony at 11 a.m.
During the day's festivities, festival-goers will also have the opportunity to give back by donating blood through, which will run until 3 p.m.
The festival's parade will cap off the celebration at 2 p.m. on Park Avenue.
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Visitors can pay respects to fallen service members at the Arlington National Cemetery, which will host its fourth annual Flowers of Remembrance Day on the eve of Memorial Day.
During the commemoration, visitors will be able to place a flower at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Flowers will be provided, so guests don't need to bring their own.
At 9:30 a.m., guests will also have the chance to 'Meet a Sentinel' in the outdoor bowl of the Memorial Amphitheater.
From there, at 10 a.m., cemetery historians will offer a public program on the history of Memorial Day, previously known as Decoration Day, followed by a walking tour to the Arlington House.
The cemetery that anyone over 18 who drives onto cemetery property should be ready to present a REAL ID at the security checkpoint.
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