1. Memorial Day Ceremonies
City: Arlington, VA
Category: Annual Events & Festivals
Telephone: (703) 607-8000
Description: Wreath layings at the John F. Kennedy grave site and the Tomb of the Unknowns are part of the ceremonies that wind down with a service at the Memorial Amphitheatre. The president usually delivers the keynote address.
2. Theodore Roosevelt’S Birthday Celebration
City: Arlington, VA
Category: Annual Events & Festivals
Telephone: (703) 289-2550
Description: The scenic urban wilderness sanctuary of Roosevelt Island plays host to this birthday party honoring the nation’s first environmental president. Hike along trails in this 88-acre preserve, view the 17-foot bronze statue of Roosevelt, then stop and chat with the Roosevelt look-alike who plays the former president for the day. There’s even birthday cake!