Ace Hardware is giving away 1 million American flags for Memorial Day on Saturday, May 23, 2026. These are 8"x12" stick flags, suitable for placing on a grave, field, or garden as a tribute to a fallen serviceman or servicewomen. Before there was Memorial Day, there was Decoration Day. This observance started after the end of the Civil War. Communities would place flags, as well as flowers and … [Read more...] about Ace Hardware giving away one million flags for Memorial Day
Triangle Memorial Day
Memorial Day Weekend events, ceremonies and deals in the Triangle 2026
Memorial Day 2026 in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas, will feature many events, both to commemorate our fallen military personnel, and to just celebrate the beginning of the summer. Memorial Day is Monday, May 25, 2026, and Memorial Day Weekend starts Friday, May 22. We are listing freebies and discounts for military personnel as soon as they're announced. Also, please … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend events, ceremonies and deals in the Triangle 2026
JAWSFest in Chapel Hill Memorial Day Weekend: music, movies, mechanical shark, more…
JAWSFest, a Memorial Day Weekend celebration, is returning to the Midway in downtown Chapel Hill, NC in 2026. It includes a mechanical shark, art, live music, a dunk tank, raffle, and, of course, Jaws on the big screen. There's a lot going on at different businesses, and it's a little bit hard to pin down online exactly everything that's happening, but if you go there, you'll figure it out. We'll … [Read more...] about JAWSFest in Chapel Hill Memorial Day Weekend: music, movies, mechanical shark, more…
Memorial Day Tours and Service at Historic Oakwood Cemetery
Honor fallen service men and women at a Memorial Day Service at Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. It takes place Monday, May 25, 2026, from 4 to 5 p.m. Follow the event signs to Field of Honor and park along the road. Chairs will be provided. This event is free and open to the public. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to reach out to … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Tours and Service at Historic Oakwood Cemetery
Memorial Day Ceremony in Apex May 25
Apex's Memorial Day Ceremony takes place Monday, May 25, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., at Apex Fire Station 1, 210 N Salem Street, Apex, North Carolina. The annual Memorial Day ceremony honors and remembers U.S. military personnel who lost their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces. This event typically features members of Apex public safety, Apex Town Council, and the Apex community … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Ceremony in Apex May 25
Knightdale Memorial Day Ceremony
The Town of Knightdale is honoring our fallen heroes at a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 11 a.m., at the Knightdale Veterans Memorial at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. Our keynote speaker will be Lieutenant General John (Jack) N.T. Shanahan, US Air Force (Retired). … [Read more...] about Knightdale Memorial Day Ceremony
Memorial Day Observance in Garner
The Town of Garner's Memorial Day Observance will take place Monday, May 25, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., at the Garner Veterans Memorial in Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner. This annual observance honors those who died while serving our country in the armed forces. Guided tours of the Garner Veterans Memorial will be conducted before the event and after its conclusion. This free event … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Observance in Garner
Orange County Veterans Memorial Day Ceremony in Chapel Hill
Orange County will honor the sacrifices of America’s servicemen and women during the annual Orange County Veterans Memorial Day Service on Monday, May 25, 2026, from 8:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Site, 2501 Homestead Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Program of Events Call to OrderJesse G. Torres, United States Marines Posting of ColorsOrange County Sheriff’s Office Honor … [Read more...] about Orange County Veterans Memorial Day Ceremony in Chapel Hill
Town of Cary Memorial Day Remembrance May 25
The Town of Cary is presenting a Memorial Day Remembrance on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 2:30 p.m., at Veterans Freedom Park, 1517 N Harrison Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. Event parking and shuttle service at Cary Academy. Meet at Veterans Freedom Park for a ceremony honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. This free event brings residents together for a patriotic … [Read more...] about Town of Cary Memorial Day Remembrance May 25
Memorial Day Remembrance with Durham County Veteran Services May 25
Durham County Veteran Services is presenting a Memorial Day Remembrance event on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 9 a.m., at William V. Bell Building (formerly Administration II Building), 201 E Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. It will take place in Conference Room 126. It's free and open to everyone. The program will feature a roll call recognizing the more than 350 known Durham County veterans … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Remembrance with Durham County Veteran Services May 25
