What to Know
- Saturday will be mostly sunny with low humidity and afternoon highs around 80 degrees
- Expect much higher humidity Sunday and afternoon highs near 90, with a chance for isolated T-storms in the afternoon
- Memorial Day also looks partly to mostly sunny and warm, with highs in the upper 80s and chances of rain generally at 30% or less
In terms of swimming pools, white pants and BBQs, Memorial Day is the beginning of summer. A glorious long weekend is ahead, and there are many, many ways to enjoy it.
But first:
- Catch up on the summer forecast
- Best and worst times to leave for Memorial Day road trips
- Black Pride is this weekend, and there's a lot more pride coming
- Here are free and cheap things to do in D.C., Maryland and Virginia
- Outdoor pools are opening this weekend
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National Memorial in D.C. for Memorial Day Weekend
2 Lincoln Memorial Circle
Take time to remember fallen military men and women from post-9/11 wars at the Reflecting Pool at this display throughout the weekend.
DC Black Pride
Various times and locations
Throughout the weekend, DC Black Pride will celebrate the African-American LGBTQ+ community at events including the Pride Ride, Pride in the Park and the Sounds of Pride Concert. Check the DC Black Pride website for a full schedule of events.
Escape Velocity 2019
201 Waterfront St.
National Harbor, MD
Prepare to have your mind blown at the 3-day futuristic world fair. The Museum of Science Fiction and NASA are partnering to promote STEAM educational activities at this comic con and science fiction-filled event. Check out the large museum, panels on science and pop culture, and don’t forget to wear a costume. Learn more about the event and ticket pricing on the Escape Velocity site.
Tarara Winery's 30th Anniversary Celebration
Various times
13648 Tarara Lane
Leesburg, VA
Enjoy a sun and wine-filled Memorial Day weekend with tastings and picnics to celebrate 30 years of Tarara Winery. Ticket prices vary per event.
Nationals Game
Saturday, Sunday and Monday
1500 S. Capitol St. SE
The Nats are facing off with the Miami Marlins all weekend at Nationals stadium.
For Saturday
Forensic Anthropology at the National Law Enforcement Museum
444 E St. NW
Learn all about bones on this Science Saturday event at the National Law Enforcement Museum. Ticket prices vary, but the event is free with museum admission.
Free pick
Artlab: Emerging Artists Showcase: 51%
1-4 p.m.
Independence Avenue SW & 7th Street SW
ARTLAB and the American Women’s History Initiative join to honor female artists with an exhibit at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. Admission is free.
Crawl of Thrones Bar Crawl
2-10 p.m.
Dupont Circle
Re-live or re-write the Game of Thrones final season with other show fans at this themed bar crawl. Choose your house, play trivia and decide who ends up on the Iron Throne. Admission is $29.99, or free if your birthday is from May 20 through May 26.
Cider! Drink & Learn at City Winery DC
7:30-8:30 p.m.
1350 Okie St. NE
Taste local and international ciders and learn about how they are made at City Winery DC. Tickets to attend are $30.
For Sunday
Women who Changed America Walking Tour
11 a.m.
Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter Metro station
Take a walking tour of D.C. to learn about the women who founded organizations, sponsored legislation and blazed trails for the generations after. The two-hour walk costs $20 to attend.
Pups in the Park
12 p.m.
Nationals Park, 1500 Capitol St. SE
Enjoy a day at Nationals Park with your puppy and other dog lovers. You and your dog will get to watch the game from outfield pet-friendly reserved seats. Human tickets cost $33, dog tickets cost $10 and all ticket proceeds will go to the Humane Rescue Alliance.
Free Pick
Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Rally
12 p.m.
North Pentagon to West Potomac Park
If you hear the roars of motorcycle engines this weekend, look out for the members of Rolling Thunder. These motorcycle riders from across the U.S. will ride to honor POWs and MIAs who served during the Vietnam War during a rally on Sunday.
Free pick
National Memorial Day Choral Festival
3 p.m.
2700 F St. NW
The American Veterans Center, the United States Air Force and Music Celebrations International join to honor veterans through song at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts over Memorial Day Weekend. The concert features that features a 300-voice choir accompanied by the U.S. Air Force Orchestra. Tickets are sold out online, but there will be some available in-person before the event.
Top 10 Beaches Near the DC Area
Free pick
National Memorial Day Concert
8-9:30 p.m.
West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol
Honor and celebrate America’s brave men and women in uniform at the 30th National Memorial Day Concert. Hear from Patti LaBelle, Gavin DeGraw and many more famous guests as well as the National Symphony Orchestra and the orchestras and choruses of the U.S. Military.
The concert is free and open to the public
For Monday
Namaste and Rosé 2019
10-11 a.m.
3333 Georgia Ave. NW
Celebrate Memorial Day with good drinks and vinyasa flow at Midlands Beer Garden. The event costs $15 a ticket which covers a yoga class and your choice of beer or rosé.
Free Pick
Memorial Day Tours of the US Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home National Cemetery
10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
President Lincoln's Cottage, 140 Rock Creek Church Road NW
To commemorate Memorial Day, take a guided tour of the United States Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home National Cemetery. Learn about the history of Memorial Day and watch a wreath laying ceremony at the John Logan Mausoleum.
Memorial Day Observance at The Wall
1-2 p.m.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
5 Henry Bacon Drive NW
Join veterans and families at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to honor fallen U.S. Armed Forces men and women. Attendance is free, but you can register on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund website.
The National Memorial Day Parade
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Constitution Avenue
Join hundreds of thousands of spectators at the largest Memorial Day parade in the country to pay tribute to serve our country. You can watch a live stream the parade on Military.com
Plan Ahead
- Your 2019 Guide to County Fairs in the DMV
- Music Festivals 2019: Dance the Summer Away in DC, Maryland, Virginia and Beyond
- Your Summer 2019 Outdoor Movie Roundup for DC, Maryland and Virginia
This edition of For Your Weekend was edited by Sophia Barnes.
