Local Events surrounding Memorial Day

Memorial Day in the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania region is marked by historic, solemn, and family-friendly observances. Events taking place around the area include National Park Service observances, historical tours, and community ceremonies. [1, 2, 3, 4]Key Memorial Day Observances

• National Park Service Ceremony (10:00 a.m.): Held at the Fredericksburg National Cemetery, this includes a 15-minute program with a bugler playing taps and the 23rd United States Colored Troops (USCT) living history group presenting colors. (National Park Service) 
• National Cemetery Walking Tours (10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.): Park rangers will lead free guided tours of the Sunken Road and share the region's historical ties to Memorial Day. (National Park Service)
• Confederate Cemetery Observance (10:00 a.m.): The Ladies Memorial Association of Fredericksburg is hosting its annual observance at the Confederate Cemetery on Washington Avenue.
• Veterans Council Ceremony (11:00 a.m.): The Fredericksburg Area Veterans Council is hosting a ceremony at the Our Fallen Heroes Memorial on George Street.
• Hugh Mercer Monument Program (1:00 p.m.): A wreath-laying ceremony and program will honor the fallen at the Hugh Mercer Monument on Washington Avenue. [1, 2, 3]

For full schedules and updates on local happenings, check the Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park calendar or the Spotsylvania County Events Calendar 

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