Memorial Day events in the U.S.

Washington, D.C.

The nation’s capital always hosts the National Memorial Day Parade, which starts at 2 p.m. May 27 along Constitution Avenue. This year, the parade is dedicated to the 75th anniversary of D-day. Info: bit.ly/national memorialdayparade Also, the 30th National Memorial Day Concert takes place at 8 p.m. May 26 on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. The free concert, open to all, is dedicated to men and women in uniform. It features a long list of luminaries, including former Secretary of Defense Colin Powell; actors Joe Mantegna, Gary Sinise and Sam Elliott; and singers Patti LaBelle, Gavin DeGraw and Alison Krauss as well as military bands. Info: bit.ly/national memorialdayconcert

Chicago

The city’s Memorial Day Parade has been held since 1870. Events begin at 11 a.m. May 25 with a wreath-laying ceremony at Daley Plaza, followed by the parade at noon, which kicks off at State and Lake streets. Info: bit.ly/chicago memorialday Info: navypier.org/explore/ fireworks

Pennsylvania

The Soldiers’ National Monument in Gettysburg National Cemetery is the site of One Hundred Nights of Taps played each evening at 7 between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Buglers include military veterans, Civil War reenactors and community band members. Info: bit.ly/100nightsoftaps

Baltimore

Check out the Sowebo Arts & Music Festival from noon to 8 p.m. May 26. It’s held at the historic Hollins Market and features local music and artists as well as entertainers and food. Info: sowebofest.com

Atlanta

On Memorial Day weekend, the city erupts with music, starting with the free Jazz Festival in Piedmont Park on May 25 and 26.