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Easter, Memorial Day and Veterans Day Services

Sunrise Easter Service at the Amphitheater

Sunrise Easter Service at the Amphitheater

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Arlington National Cemetery
Easter, Memorial Day and Veterans Day Services: Three major memorial services, sponsored by the U.S. Army Military District of Washington, are held each year in the Arlington National Cemetery Amphitheater. Approximately 5,000 visitors attend each of these services, which are open to the public.

  • Easter Sunrise Service at 6 a.m.


  • Memorial Day Service at 11 a.m. Also see information about Flags-in at Arlington National Cemetery during the Memorial Day weekend.
    See Details for 2008 Ceremony


  • Veterans Day Service at 11 a.m.
In addition to these public services, several other memorial services, conducted by various military organizations, take place throughout the year.

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