Honoring Our Fallen Heroes
Monday, May 25, 2026
Memorial Day 2026 falls on Monday, May 25th. Our live countdown timer shows you exactly how many days, hours, minutes, and seconds remain until Memorial Day 2026. This solemn holiday provides an opportunity to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country in the Armed Forces.
Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday in May each year, making it a three-day weekend for most Americans. In 2026, Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 25th. This date provides families across America with time to visit cemeteries and memorials, attend parades, and participate in other activities to honor our fallen heroes.
Memorial Day traditions include visiting graves and memorials, flying the flag at half-staff until noon, participating in Memorial Day parades, and observing a National Moment of Remembrance at 3:00 PM. Many families also gather for barbecues and picnics, marking the unofficial beginning of summer while taking time to remember those who gave their lives for our freedom.
Originally known as Decoration Day, Memorial Day originated after the Civil War to commemorate Union and Confederate soldiers who died in the Civil War. By the 20th century, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who died while in military service. In 1971, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday by an act of Congress and placed on the last Monday in May.