WASHINGTON — This Memorial Day weekend, there are free events all around the D.C. region where you can take time to honor those who have given their lives for our country.
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Here’s the complete list:
Multiday
— May 25-28: Free popcorn for certified lifeguards for opening weekend of “Baywatch.”
— May 26-29: Free admission for all active duty military, reservists, retirees, veterans, National Guardsmen and their immediate dependents.
— May 27-29: Admission is free to which includes a Monday ceremony and parade.
— May 27-29: There’s no charge to enter , which includes amusement rides, entertainment, food and more.
— May 27-29: Active duty and retired members of the military get .
— May 27-29: The includes a Sunday Family Fun Day and Memorial Day ceremony.
— Memorial Day through Labor Day: Active duty members of the military enjoy free admission to more than 2,000 museums nationwide through the .
Friday, May 26
— Buy one get one free coffee from 1-3 p.m. .
— continue at the National Gallery of Art’s Sculpture Garden with the United States Coast Guard Dixieland Jazz Band.
— begin at The Yards Park with Jimi Smooth & HitTime.
— in Laurel is an evening yoga class with live jazz music.
Saturday, May 27
— Kennedy Center Open House: includes live performances and interactive family activities.
— The city of starts at 11 a.m.
Sunday, May 28
— features “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band and post-concert fireworks.
— starts at 8 p.m. on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. This year’s performers include Renee Fleming, Scotty McCreery and Vanessa Williams.
Monday, May 29
— starts with a 9 a.m. Fun Run.
— The National Memorial Day Observance at includes an 11 a.m. wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
— Eat lunch or dinner at with an active duty member of the military or veteran, and their meal is free.
— Active duty members of the military and veterans get a free entree during lunch or dinner at .
— The runs from 1-6 p.m. at the Nannie J. Lee Center’s Kauffman Auditorium.
— Current and former members of the military get a free entree with purchase of a beverage at .
— The along Constitution Avenue starts at 2 p.m.
