Events at Arlington National Cemetery

 

National Military Easter Sunrise Service

Sunday, April 5, 6:30 a.m. 

The annual National Military Easter Sunrise Service will take place at the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery on Sunday, April 5, from 6:30 to 8 a.m. The event is hosted by Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall (JBM-HH).

•    Click here for more information.


The Revolutionary War 250th Commemoration:
A Walking Tour with the National Army Museum 

Friday, April 10, 9–11 a.m.


2026 marks the semiquincentennial of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, as well as the second year of America's armed struggle for liberty. 

Join Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) and the National Museum of the United States Army (NMUSA) for a free, two-hour guided walking tour at ANC to explore graves and memorials connected to the 250th anniversary of American independence.

►  The tour is free and open to the public; however, pre-registration is required. Click here to register!

•     The tour will begin at Arlington House at 9 a.m. and end at Memorial Amphitheater. Please allow sufficient time to arrive at the ANC Welcome Center via Metro or car, go through security and reach the starting point at Arlington House. Participants may walk to the starting point or purchase tram tickets if desired.

•    The event will take place rain or shine, and it will involve walking on hilly terrain. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring a hat and water.

•    This tour is recommended for ages 10 and up.

Please visit the NMUSA website for additional event details. 


Memorial Arboretum Walking Tour  

Friday, April 17, 10 a.m.–noon

Join Arlington National Cemetery’s horticulturist to explore the grounds and learn about the vast plant collection of the Level III Accredited Memorial Arboretum, and to gain insights into the ANC horticulture program.

•    Meet at the Welcome Center information desk.
•    Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Tour may be canceled for inclement weather.


Arbor Day Walking Tour  

Friday, April 24, 9–11:30 a.m.

Come see the trees of Arlington National Cemetery at the peak of their spring splendor! More than 300 tree species bloom with vibrant reds, yellows and pinks.

On this tour, you will learn about the cemetery's Level III Accredited Memorial Arboretum and the variety of techniques that create breathtaking landscapes and gardens, both formal and informal. You will also gain insights into ANC’s urban forestry program and extensive tree collection, including memorial trees

•    Meet at the Welcome Center information desk.
•    Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Tour may be canceled for inclement weather.


Memorial Arboretum Walking Tour  

Friday, May 1, 9–11 a.m.

Join Arlington National Cemetery’s plant health care specialist to explore the grounds and learn about the vast plant collection of ANC’s Level III Accredited Memorial Arboretum. You will gain insights into the ANC horticulture program, information about some of the challenges our team encounters, and pointers on choosing and caring for plant varieties.

•    Meet the Welcome Center information desk
•    Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Tour may be canceled for inclement weather.


Memorial Arboretum Walking Tour  

Friday, May 8, 9–11 a.m.

Enjoy the sight of more than 300 species of trees at Arlington National Cemetery—a must-see as we approach the summer months.

On this tour, you will learn about the cemetery's Level III Accredited Memorial Arboretum and the variety of techniques that create breathtaking landscapes and gardens, both formal and informal. You will also gain insight into ANC’s urban forestry program and extensive tree collection, including memorial trees. 

•    Meet at the Welcome Center information desk.
•    Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Tour may be canceled for inclement weather.