The Baltimore/Washington DC metro area is the place to spend any national holiday, and Memorial Day is certainly no exception. Much of our country's most historical events and places are just a short drive away. On the upcoming three-day weekend, take some time to not only participate in events that honor the men and women who gave up their lives in defense of our freedom, but to enjoy the way of life that these men and women fought for. From concerts and parades to races, these are just some ways to enjoy the long weekend ahead.
Washington DC
National Memorial Day Concert
The National Memorial Day Concert takes place on the West Lawn of the US Capitol on Sunday, May 24 at 8 PM. This year's concert hosts are actors Gary Sinese and Joe Mantegna. The 26th annual concert will feature performances from Gloria Estefan, the National Symphony Orchestra and appearances by Laura Benanti, General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret.) and Laurence Fishburne. American Idol winner Nick Fradiani will be performing "The Star-Spangled Banner." The concert is free to attend, but will be broadcasted live on PBS if you do not have the opportunity to make it to the Mall.
National Memorial Day Parade
The American Veterans Center's National Memorial Day Parade is Monday, May 25 at 2 PM. The parade begins at Constitution Ave. and 7th St. and runs along Constitution to 17th St. The parade began in 2005 and started being broadcasted to soldiers around the world in 2008. Participants include Memorial Day Concert hosts Gary Sinese and Joe Mantegna, Miss America 2015 Kira Kazantsev, Food Network chef Robert Irvine, The Smashing Pumpkins and American Idol winner Caleb Johnson. The parade's Grand Marshals are dozens of surviving World War II Veterans.
Baltimore
Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training 5K/10K
The 20th annual 5K/10K will be held Sunday, May 24 in Baltimore's War Memorial Plaza, in front of City Hall. The 5K begins at 7:30 AM and the 10K at 8:30 AM. The races' routes travel through historic Inner Harbor. The 5K loops back at Harbor West, while the 10K continues to Fort McHenry. Proceeds from the race go towards the center's aid for homeless veterans and other veterans in need. To learn more about race fees and registration, click here. From your apartment home at McHenry Row to War Memorial Plaza, it is about a 10-minute drive and 25-minute bus ride.
Baltimore Orioles v. Houston Astros
On Memorial Day, May 25, the O's play right here at home versus the Houston Astros at 1:35 PM. The first 20,000 fans ages 15 and up to enter Camden Yards will receive an Orioles BBQ apron! Since this is a Monday home game, this game is included in the Orioles Alumni Autograph Series. For tickets and additional information, click here. Camden Yards is about an 8-minute drive or a 30-minute bus ride away from your home at McHenry Row.
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