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Bedford, VA 24523 United States Get Directions
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Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets’ Gregory Guard Drill Team Performance

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets' silent precision drill team, known as the Gregory Guard, combines military tradition and ceremony. Taking place in Gray Plaza and set against the Memorial’s symbolic beach tableau scene, the Gregory Guard will demonstrate precision and uniformity with a silent drill performance honoring the sacrifices of all those who have come before them. The Memorial stop is one of several the team will make at significant sites across Virginia. Memorial admission is free on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Gregory Guard

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Family Day

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

At the National D-Day Memorial's annual Family Day, kids and adults can together get a glimpse of life at home and on the front lines during World War II. Family Day features educational displays, demonstrations, living historians, children's activities, and special tours. Food will be available for purchase. The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets’ precision drill team, known as the Gregory Guard, will hold a performance on Gray Plaza at 10:45a.m., set against the Memorial’s symbolic beach tableau scene. The performance will last only minutes, so get there early to not miss it! Gregory Guard, VT Corps of Cadets Guests...

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The Blood Connection Bloodmobile

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

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 bloodmobile. The Blood Connection, the non-profit blood provider locally for Carilion Clinic, will donate $10 for each blood donation collected to the Memorial. As a thank you, each donor receives $30 in rewards, redeemable for e-gift cards. The minimum age to donate blood is 16 with parental consent. Schedule a donation time.  

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U.S. Space Force Birthday

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

U.S. Space Force veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)

Event Series Flames of Memory

Flames of Memory

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

As twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge Mountains, the National D-Day Memorial will once again honor the men killed on D-Day during our annual Flames of Memory event. Arranged 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. Free admission. Donations welcome. Thank you to our Flames of Memory sponsors.  

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Event Series Veterans Day Observance

Veterans Day Observance 2025

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

Join us for our annual Veterans Day observance ceremony saluting all who have served with 2025 keynote speaker Major General John P. McLaren Jr. - U.S. Army (Ret.) MG John P. McLaren Jr. John P. McLaren Jr. served in the United States Army from 1974 to 2011, retiring at the rank of Major General, with more than thirty-seven years of active and reserve status service. Major General McLaren served as the last Commander of the 80th Division and the first Commanding General of the 80th Training Command (TASS) from May 17, 2008 to August 29, 2011.  During this assignment, the...

Event Series U.S. Navy Birthday

U.S. Navy Birthday

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

U.S. Navy veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)

Event Series Poppy Peace Garden

Poppy Peace Garden 2025

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

Each September the Memorial marks the official end of World War II with the Poppy Peace Garden. To pay remembrance, 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. The display can be viewed during daily operating hours, 10AM - 5PM. Regular admission fees apply. Poppies may be purchased in honor or memory of veterans, active-duty service members,...