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3 Overlord Circle
Bedford, VA 24523 United States Get Directions
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No Excuse Night

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

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! This free, extended-hours event is held annually during the national Spirit of ’45 weekend to commemorate the end of World War II. Docents will be stationed throughout the Memorial to share information with guests. No tickets or registration required. Rain or shine. Memorial site will be cleared for potentially severe weather approaching.

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The Blood Connection Blood Drive

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 blood drive. 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 will receive $60 in rewards. Donors must be at least 16 years with signed permission, weigh at least 110 pounds, have a valid ID, and be in general good health. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will be honored first....

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Event Series World War II Day Camp

World War II Day Camp

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

World War II Day Camp registration is NOW LIVE! At this year's camp for rising 3rd-6th graders, campers will learn about the life of Dwight D. Eisenhower, from his childhood through his presidency. The camp is from Monday, June 22 - Friday, June 26 from 8:30AM to 1PM daily. A t-shirt, goodie bag, and daily snacks are included. This camp will sell out! Register now!

World War II in Miniature

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

Visit this one-of-a-kind display featuring World War II model planes, tanks, ships, jeeps, historic figures, and more. Sponsored by the Roanoke Valley International Plastic Modelers Society. Regular admission fees apply. Tours of the Memorial will be available throughout the day.

Event Series U.S. Army Birthday

U.S. Army Birthday

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

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

Event Series When We Went In: The D-Day Experience in Light and Sound

When We Went In: The D-Day Experience in Light and Sound

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

https://vimeo.com/1194090680?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci It’s the immersive experience everyone is still talking about and asking to see again! When We Went In, the National D-Day Memorial’s exclusive, nighttime masterpiece is back by popular demand with a new prelude to honor America’s 250th anniversary! Created for the National D-Day Memorial by the Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology at Virginia Tech – When We Went In is an immersive nighttime presentation that transforms the Memorial’s grounds into a stunning, multi-media sensory experience. Using the Memorial itself as the dramatic backdrop for the narrative, this outdoor show retells the story of the Normandy invasion through first-hand...

Event Series D-Day Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony

Remembering Their Valor, Fidelity, and Sacrifice: The 82nd Anniversary of the Allied Landing in Normandy

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

https://vimeo.com/event/2144981 The 82nd anniversary of the Allied landing at Normandy and the 25th anniversary of the National D-Day Memorial will be marked with a special ceremony. Parking for June 6 Ceremony On-site parking at the Memorial will be available to: World War II veterans Disabled with placard or plate D-Day Society members General public (first come, first served) Once on-site parking is full, arriving guests will be directed to a nearby overflow lot, with shuttle buses running to the Memorial site. Please plan to arrive by 10:30AM. The last bus will depart overflow parking for the Memorial at 10:45AM. Buses...

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Event Series When We Went In: The D-Day Experience in Light and Sound

When We Went In: The D-Day Experience in Light and Sound

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

https://vimeo.com/1194090680?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci It’s the immersive experience everyone is still talking about and asking to see again! When We Went In, the National D-Day Memorial’s exclusive, nighttime masterpiece is back by popular demand with a new prelude to honor America’s 250th anniversary! Created for the National D-Day Memorial by the Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology at Virginia Tech – When We Went In is an immersive nighttime presentation that transforms the Memorial’s grounds into a stunning, multi-media sensory experience. Using the Memorial itself as the dramatic backdrop for the narrative, this outdoor show retells the story of the Normandy invasion through first-hand...

Event Series Memorial Day Observance

HONORING THE FALLEN: MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE 2026

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

Our annual Memorial Day ceremony pays tribute to the fallen men and women who gave their lives in service to our Nation. Guest Speaker - Ami Waldon, Mothers of Veteran Suicide President Ami WaldronPresident, Mothers of Veteran Suicide Ami Waldron, a native of Roanoke, Virginia, has lived in Bedford County, Virginia for the last 21 years. Waldron’s greatest joys are her four children and eight grandchildren. Military service is a significant part of her family’s story spanning across many generations, including a grandfather and many uncles who served in WWII. Waldron’s late stepfather was a Vietnam veteran. Her youngest son,...

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