U.S. Space Force Birthday
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesU.S. Space Force veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
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Flames of Memory
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesAs 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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Veterans Day Observance 2025
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesJoin 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...
U.S. Marine Corps Birthday
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesU.S. Marine Corps veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
U.S. Navy Birthday
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesU.S. Navy veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
U.S. Air Force Birthday
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesU.S. Air Force veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
Poppy Peace Garden 2025
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesEach 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,...