BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//National D-Day Memorial - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.dday.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for National D-Day Memorial
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T190000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260804T152851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T152851Z
UID:10004640-1786644000-1786647600@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:D-Day\, Omaha Beach Traveling Exhibit Opening Night
DESCRIPTION:This special opening is for those attending the Distinguished Speakers Series panel discussion. Purchase event tickets here. \nVividly recreating the assault at Normandy\, the D-Day\, Omaha Beach Traveling Exhibit will be featured in the Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset hut at the National D-Day Memorial August 13-December 31. \nThe exhibit is an immersive\, educational experience that honors the sacrifices of those who fought on D-Day while preserving the memory of this pivotal day. Created by Tradition Studios\, the display is a multi-media exhibit; combining highly detailed miniature dioramas\, full-sized uniformed mannequins\, two-dimensional artwork\, interpretative panels\, and a short film. \nFree with regular admission. \nThank you to the exhibit sponsor.\n\nNo logos found
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/d-day-omaha-beach-traveling-exhibit-opening-night/
LOCATION:Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset Hut\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24551
CATEGORIES:25th Anniversary
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/At-Hells-Gate-by-Keith-Rocco-e1781534368292.jpg
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset Hut 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24551;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260615T144308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T165327Z
UID:10004358-1786647600-1786654800@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Distinguished Speakers Series with Keith Rocco\, Dr. John C. McManus\, & Kevin Hymel
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the opening of the D-Day\, Omaha Beach Traveling Exhibit at the National D-Day Memorial\, join creative designer Keith Rocco and award-winning authors Dr. John C. McManus and Kevin Hymel\, who collaborated on the exhibit\, for a panel discussion on how this project developed and why it is so important today. \nVividly recreating the assault at Normandy\, the D-Day\, Omaha Beach Traveling Exhibit\, will be featured in the Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset hut August 13-December 31. \nThe exhibit is an immersive\, educational experience that honors the sacrifices of those who fought on D-Day while preserving the memory of this pivotal day. Created by Tradition Studios\, the display is a multi-media exhibit; combining highly detailed miniature dioramas\, full-sized uniformed mannequins\, two-dimensional artwork\, interpretative panels\, and a short film. \nA book signing with the panelists will follow the discussion. Books will be available in the Memorial gift shop. \nTicket purchase required. Admission for WWII veterans\, active-duty military\, and children under 6 is free at the gate. \nClick here to purchase tickets.
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/distinguished-speakers-series-with-keith-rocco-dr-john-c-mcmanus-kevin-hymel/
LOCATION:Bobbie G. Johnson Pavilion National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:25th Anniversary
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Untitled-design.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bobbie G. Johnson Pavilion National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261231
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260615T143956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T163645Z
UID:10004917-1786665600-1798675199@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:D-Day\, Omaha Beach Traveling Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Vividly recreating the assault at Normandy\, the D-Day\, Omaha Beach Traveling Exhibit will be featured in the Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset hut at the National D-Day Memorial August 13-December 31. \nThe exhibit is an immersive\, educational experience that honors the sacrifices of those who fought on D-Day while preserving the memory of this pivotal day. Created by Tradition Studios\, the display is a multi-media exhibit; combining highly detailed miniature dioramas\, full-sized uniformed mannequins\, two-dimensional artwork\, interpretative panels\, and a short film. \nThe display can be viewed daily\, 10AM-5PM except on the following days when the Memorial is closed; Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and Mondays in December. Regular admission fees apply. \nThank you to the exhibit sponsor.\n\nNo logos found
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/d-day-omaha-beach-traveling-exhibit-opening/
LOCATION:Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset Hut\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24551
CATEGORIES:25th Anniversary
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/At-Hells-Gate-by-Keith-Rocco-e1781534368292.jpg
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset Hut 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24551;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T180000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260720T151919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T203042Z
UID:10004505-1786802400-1786816800@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:The Blood Connection Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Blood donors help save lives today\, just as they did in World War II.  Be part of this tradition and support the National D-Day Memorial by giving blood at an on-site blood drive. \n \nThe Blood Connection\, the non-profit blood provider locally for Carilion Clinic\, will donate $10 for each blood donation collected to the Memorial. \nAs a thank you\, each donor will receive $60 in rewards. \nDonors must be at least 16 years with signed permission\, weigh at least 110 pounds\, have a valid ID\, and be in general good health. \nWalk-ins are welcome\, but appointments will be honored first. \nSchedule a donation time.
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/the-blood-connection-bloodmobile/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ddayblood.jpg
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20241014T143229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T145138Z
UID:10002211-1786813200-1786824000@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:No Excuse Night
DESCRIPTION:Never been to the National D-Day Memorial? Haven’t been in a while? Come celebrate the Memorial’s 25th anniversary with a look at our latest additions and hear about future plans!\n\nThis free\, extended-hours event is held annually during the national Spirit of ’45 weekend to commemorate the end of World War II.\n\nDocents will be stationed throughout the Memorial to share information with guests.\n\nNo tickets or registration required. Rain or shine. Memorial site will be cleared for potentially severe weather approaching.
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/no-excuse-night/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:25th Anniversary
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/no-excuse-featured-image-1.jpg
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260910T163042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T163311Z
UID:10005049-1788307200-1789343999@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Poppy Peace Garden 2026
DESCRIPTION:Each September the Memorial marks the official end of World War II with the Poppy Peace Garden. \nTo pay remembrance\, 4\,436 red poppies are placed alongside the Le Monument Aux Morts sculpture as a visual tribute to the men and women who gave their all to preserve the freedoms we enjoy today. The garden also commemorates the 9/11 anniversary and the first responders who sacrificed their lives for the safety of others. \nThe display can be viewed daily\, 10AM-5PM. Regular admission fees apply. \nPoppies may be purchased in honor or memory of veterans\, active-duty service members\, or first responders. \nThank you to our Poppy Peace Garden sponsors.\n  \nNo logos found
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/poppy-peace-garden-2026/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_1843-scaled-e1683651157934.jpg
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260812T160211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T155044Z
UID:10002239-1789124400-1789126200@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Patriot Day: 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The National D-Day Memorial and the Bedford Fire Department will remember the September 11\, 2001\, attacks with an annual wreath laying and remarks. \nCeremony will be livestreamed.
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/patriot-day-wreath-laying-2-2/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial – Estes Plaza\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-7.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial – Estes Plaza 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T155058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155058Z
UID:10003025-1789725600-1789750800@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Air Force Birthday
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Air Force veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/u-s-air-force-birthday-2/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-15.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260914T142000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T142000Z
UID:10005056-1789729200-1789731000@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:National POW/MIA Recognition Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we recognize prisoners of war and America’s sons and daughters who remain missing with our annual wreath laying at the Memorial’s POW/MIA flag\, located on the east lawn (behind the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument). Regular admission fees apply.
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/national-pow-mia-recognition-day-2026/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Untitled-design-21.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T155536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155536Z
UID:10003044-1791885600-1791910800@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Navy Birthday
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Navy veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/u-s-navy-birthday-2/2026-10-13/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-10.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T155442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155442Z
UID:10003038-1794304800-1794330000@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Marine Corps Birthday
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Marine Corps veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/u-s-marine-corps-birthday-2/2026-11-10/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-13.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260615T174732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T174732Z
UID:10004362-1794394800-1794398400@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Observance 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Veterans Day observance ceremony saluting all who have served. \n \nFree admission until noon. Guided tours begin at 1PM. Please bring your own chair. No food in plaza. No pets (service animals welcome). \nThank you to our Veterans Day event sponsors.\n  \nNo logos found
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/veterans-day-observance-2026/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-17.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260615T162843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T173601Z
UID:10003470-1796403600-1796418000@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Flames of Memory
DESCRIPTION:As twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge Mountains\, the National D-Day Memorial will once again honor the 4\,436 men killed on D-Day during our annual Flames of Memory event. \nArranged throughout the Memorial’s grounds\, thousands of luminarias will shine in recognition of Overlord’s fallen and in tribute to the ultimate sacrifice each made to relight the lamp of freedom. \nFree admission. Donations welcome. \nThank you to our sponsors.\n  \nNo logos found
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/flames-of-memory-3-2/2026-12-04/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:25th Anniversary
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260615T162843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T173601Z
UID:10004359-1796490000-1796504400@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Flames of Memory
DESCRIPTION:As twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge Mountains\, the National D-Day Memorial will once again honor the 4\,436 men killed on D-Day during our annual Flames of Memory event. \nArranged throughout the Memorial’s grounds\, thousands of luminarias will shine in recognition of Overlord’s fallen and in tribute to the ultimate sacrifice each made to relight the lamp of freedom. \nFree admission. Donations welcome. \nThank you to our sponsors.\n  \nNo logos found
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/flames-of-memory-3-2/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:25th Anniversary
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260615T162843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T173601Z
UID:10004360-1796576400-1796590800@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Flames of Memory
DESCRIPTION:As twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge Mountains\, the National D-Day Memorial will once again honor the 4\,436 men killed on D-Day during our annual Flames of Memory event. \nArranged throughout the Memorial’s grounds\, thousands of luminarias will shine in recognition of Overlord’s fallen and in tribute to the ultimate sacrifice each made to relight the lamp of freedom. \nFree admission. Donations welcome. \nThank you to our sponsors.\n  \nNo logos found
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/flames-of-memory-3-2/2026-12-06/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:25th Anniversary
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-2.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T155807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155807Z
UID:10003063-1797760800-1797786000@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Space Force Birthday
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Space Force veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/u-s-space-force-birthday-2/2026-12-20/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Untitled-design-6.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T140000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20260804T153706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T153706Z
UID:10004774-1798711200-1798725600@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:D-Day\, Omaha Beach Traveling Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Vividly recreating the assault at Normandy\, the D-Day\, Omaha Beach Traveling Exhibit will be featured in the Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset hut at the National D-Day Memorial August 13-December 31. \nThe exhibit is an immersive\, educational experience that honors the sacrifices of those who fought on D-Day while preserving the memory of this pivotal day. Created by Tradition Studios\, the display is a multi-media exhibit; combining highly detailed miniature dioramas\, full-sized uniformed mannequins\, two-dimensional artwork\, interpretative panels\, and a short film. \nFree with regular admission. \nThank you to the exhibit sponsor.\n\nNo logos found
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/d-day-omaha-beach-traveling-exhibit/
LOCATION:Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset Hut\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24551
CATEGORIES:25th Anniversary
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/At-Hells-Gate-by-Keith-Rocco-e1781534368292.jpg
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset Hut 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24551;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T160534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T160534Z
UID:10003075-1810980000-1811005200@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:National Maritime Day
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Merchant Marine veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/national-maritime-day/2027-05-22/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Untitled-design-7-1.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270531T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270531T130000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20241014T140633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T150943Z
UID:10002982-1811761200-1811768400@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:HONORING THE FALLEN: MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Memorial Day ceremony pays tribute to the fallen men and women who gave their lives in service to our Nation. \n \nFree admission until noon. Guided tours begin at 1PM. Please bring your own chair. No food in plaza. No pets (service animals welcome).
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/honoring-the-fallen-memorial-day/2027-05-31/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Untitled-design-4.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270606T110000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20241014T142549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T151211Z
UID:10003468-1812279600-1812279600@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Remembering Their Valor\, Fidelity\, and Sacrifice: The Anniversary of the Allied Landing in Normandy
DESCRIPTION:The anniversary of the Allied landing at Normandy will be marked with a special ceremony at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford\, Virginia. \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/anniversary-of-d-day-commemoration-ceremony/2027-06-06/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/SC-320901-scaled.jpg
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T160347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T160347Z
UID:10003069-1812967200-1812992400@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Army Birthday
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Army veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/u-s-army-birthday/2027-06-14/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-14.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270703T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270703T000000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T161532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T161532Z
UID:10003092-1814572800-1814572800@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Town of Bedford\, VA Fireworks Notice
DESCRIPTION:Though the Town of Bedford\, VA’s annual fireworks display is launched from the National D-Day Memorial grounds\, the Memorial is not a public viewing location. \nOn July 3\, the Memorial will close to the public at 5PM. Show begins at dusk. \nPlease visit the Town of Bedford\, VA’s Facebook page for parking locations and event updates.
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/town-of-bedford-va-fireworks-notice/2027-07-03/
LOCATION:Town of Bedford\, VA
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Untitled-design-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270804T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270804T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T160652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T160652Z
UID:10003081-1817373600-1817398800@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Coast Guard Birthday
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Coast Guard veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/u-s-coast-guard-birthday/2027-08-04/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Untitled-design-16.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270912
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20241014T143344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T163206Z
UID:10004913-1819843200-1820707199@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Poppy Peace Garden
DESCRIPTION:Each September the Memorial marks the official end of World War II with the Poppy Peace Garden. \nTo pay remembrance\, 4\,436 red poppies are placed alongside the Le Monument Aux Morts sculpture as a visual tribute to the men and women who gave their all to preserve the freedoms we enjoy today. The garden also commemorates the 9/11 anniversary and the first responders who sacrificed their lives for the safety of others. \nThe display can be viewed daily\, 10AM-5PM. Regular admission fees apply. \nPoppies may be purchased in honor or memory of veterans\, active-duty service members\, or first responders. \nThank you to our Poppy Peace Garden sponsors.\n  \nNo logos found
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/poppy-peace-garden-2/2027-09-02/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_1843-scaled-e1683651157934.jpg
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270911T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20241014T143454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T152400Z
UID:10002240-1820660400-1820662200@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Patriot Day Wreath Laying
DESCRIPTION:The National D-Day Memorial and the Bedford Fire Department will remember the September 11\, 2001 attacks with an annual wreath laying and remarks. \nRegular admission fees apply. Wreath laying will be livestreamed.
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/patriot-day-wreath-laying-2/2027-09-11/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial – Estes Plaza\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-7.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial – Estes Plaza 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270917T113000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20241014T143605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T142057Z
UID:10002244-1821178800-1821180600@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:National POW/MIA Recognition Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we recognize prisoners of war and America’s sons and daughters who remain missing with our annual wreath laying at the Memorial’s POW/MIA flag\, located on the east lawn (behind the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument). Regular admission fees apply.
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/national-pow-mia-recognition-day-2025/2027-09-17/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Untitled-design-21.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T155058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155058Z
UID:10003026-1821261600-1821286800@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Air Force Birthday
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Air Force veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/u-s-air-force-birthday-2/2027-09-18/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-15.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20271013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T155536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155536Z
UID:10003045-1823421600-1823446800@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Navy Birthday
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Navy veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/u-s-navy-birthday-2/2027-10-13/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-10.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20271110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20250814T155442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T155442Z
UID:10003039-1825840800-1825866000@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Marine Corps Birthday
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Marine Corps veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/u-s-marine-corps-birthday-2/2027-11-10/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-13.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20271111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260928T101941
CREATED:20241014T143859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T174938Z
UID:10002218-1825930800-1825934400@www.dday.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Observance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Veterans Day observance ceremony saluting all who have served. \n \nFree admission until noon. Guided tours begin at 1PM. Please bring your own chair. No food in plaza. No pets (service animals welcome). \nThank you to our Veterans Day event sponsors.
URL:https://www.dday.org/events/veterans-day-observance/2027-11-11/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programming
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dday.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Untitled-design-17.png
GEO:37.330489;-79.535929
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle Bedford VA 24523 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Overlord Circle:geo:-79.535929,37.330489
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR