When is Memorial Day 2026? What does it honor? Here’s a quick guide to dates, meaning and the holiday’s debated Mississippi origins.

Communities across the Inland Empire are honoring those who gave their lives while serving in the military. From special salutes to solemn gatherings, events are being held across the region. Here are some highlights.

Marches, wreaths and live music will mark Memorial Day ceremonies in communities across Northern Michigan.  According to USA Today, Memorial Day is one of 11 federal holidays recognized in the U.S. and it is always observed on the last Monday of May.

If you are hoping to hit the roads for Memorial Day, you can expect some major delays on Utah roads. The Utah Department of Transportation is urging drivers to plan ahead for heavy traffic.

D.C. drivers will make way for the National Memorial Day Parade on Monday, as there’s a long list of road closures to accommodate the event.

Retired Maj. Trygve Hammer will give the address for Minot’s Memorial Day program Monday, May 25, at 10:30 a.m. in Rosehill Memorial Park’s Veterans Section. A native of Velva, Hammer, who served in the U.

The holiday weekend is early this year, and it means outdoor activities take precedence over indoor gallery openings. But nothing beats an air-conditioned gallery and savoring art when the sun beats down outside.

The summertime sales kick-off is on this weekend, and we have done all the research for you to find the best Memorial Day sales.