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Memorial Day always falls on the last Monday of May. This year, Memorial Day is May 27. When does summer start? Mark your calendars for the longest day of the year in 2024.

Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day and commemorates those who died serving the United States. Though the holiday's origins are not exact, it did start after the Civil War.

Memorial Day was initially on May 30—no matter what day the week that would be. That changed in 1971. Here's why “This loss of memory and shift into recreation and leisure is a trend in ...

Memorial Day, always celebrated on the last Monday in May, is a federal holiday and "is the nation's foremost annual day to mourn and honor its deceased service men and women," the website added.

With Memorial Day 2023 right around the corner, we take a look at what was once known as Decoration Day and why it's a day to celebrate those killed while serving in the U.S. military.

In addition to Memorial Day, there is also Armed Forces Day, celebrating current military members on the third Saturday in May, and Veterans Day, honoring all veterans on Nov. 11 every year.

Buckle up, Memorial Day is going to be record-breaking. A projected 45.1 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, AAA announced, kicking off ...

This year, Memorial Day will be observed on Monday, May 27. Here are 10 fascinating facts about the federal holiday, from its history and traditions to the fallen soldiers who are being honored.

Federal holidays, such as Memorial Day 2022 almost always apply to people working for the government, meaning those working for the U.S. Postal Service, law enforcement, public health, staffers ...

In 2025, Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 26th; financial markets, banks, USPS (except Priority Mail), FedEx, and UPS will be closed. Trash pickup will likely be delayed in many areas, but ...