Here is our list of events and exhibits you may want to attend in Prince William, VA & Washington D.C.
Prince William Memorial Day Weekend Sites & Events:
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Band of Brothers - Marine Thunder Ride - The Band of Brothers USMC Motorcycle Riding Club will kick off their ride to Rolling Thunder in Washington, DC from the National Museum of the Marine Corps at 6 AM.
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National Museum of the Marine Corps - Adjacent to Marine Corps Base Quantico, visitors can immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of U.S. Marine history.
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Quantico National Cemetery - Located adjacent to Marine Corps Base Quantico, this national cemetery is the final resting place for many military veterans. This cemetery also includes nine memorials dedicated to war heroes along its Memorial Pathway.
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Memorial Day Quantico Fireworks Party - Observe Memorial Day in a scenic park along the Potomac River with the U.S. Marine Corps. The energetic party rock band The Stormin' Norman Band will be performing. Fireworks display will be at 9 pm.
For those of you planning to visit our nation's capital over Memorial Day Weekend. We are conveniently located a short distance from Washington D.C.
Washington, DC Sites & Events:
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Rolling Thunder XXXII - The FINAL Rolling Thunder XXXII "Ride for Freedom". Motorcyclists from all over the U.S. ride to honor POWs and MIAs who served their country during the Vietnam War. The motorcycle rally begins Sunday, May 26 at 9 a.m. The ride begins at the Pentagon and winds through West Potomac Park, only 25 miles from Woodbridge (I-95) and 28 miles from Manassas (I-66).
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National Memorial Day Concert - This free concert honoring the sacrifices made by those in uniform is held on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. The concert is scheduled for Sunday, May 26 at 8 p.m.
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National Memorial Day Parade - The parade is held along Constitution Avenue in Washington DC. The parade is scheduled for Monday, May 27 at 2 p.m. Arrive early for prime viewing.
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National Mall Memorials - The National Mall features several memorials honoring U.S. veteran where you can pay your respect: the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the National World War II Memorial and the Korean War Veterans Memorial.
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Arlington National Cemetery - Arlington National Cemetery is the country's largest military cemetery. The cemetery also contains several historic sites for visitors to explore including the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, President John F. Kennedy's gravesite and Arlington House, the former home of Robert E. Lee.
