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Memorial Day is a U.S. federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May to honor and mourn military personnel who died while serving in the Armed Forces – and you can watch all the events on LiveNOW from FOX.
From commemoration ceremonies to wreath-laying ceremonies, just look for LiveNOW from FOX on your channel guide or on the free FOX Local app for your TV on Monday, May 25, 2026.
Memorial Day events 2026
American flags are displayed in front of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument at Boston Common on May 23, 2026. This annual Memorial Day event features over 37,000 flags representing Massachusetts Service Members who have lost their lives serving the Un …
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The festivities start at 8 a.m. ET, when the Orange County Mayor’s Veterans Advisory Council hosts its annual War Memorial Commemoration Ceremony to honor the service members from Orange County who made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation.
After that, LiveNOW from FOX will get coverage of the National Veterans Memorial and Museum Memorial Day Ceremony. The annual remembrance ceremony will start at 10 a.m. ET.
Major events on Memorial Day 2026
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LiveNOW from FOX will also feature large events, including the Arlington National Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony. The event, which will begin at 12 p.m. ET, will take place at the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery.
In addition, the Navy will conduct its annual wreath laying ceremony at the U.S. Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C. Featuring the United States Navy Band and the United States Ceremonial Guard, this event will bring together veterans, families, active-duty service members, and the community to pay tribute to all who have worn the nation’s uniform. Located just steps from the National Mall, the Navy Memorial will host this public ceremony as part of its ongoing mission to honor, recognize and celebrate the men and women of the Sea Services.
Where to stream Memorial Day events
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Here’s a look at the streaming schedule for LiveNOW from FOX, pending breaking news coverage. You can watch in the live player above or on the FOX Local app for your phone and smart TV.
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Note: LiveNOW from FOX may not be able to show each event in full or even at all, especially while simultaneous events are underway. Each event is also dependent on local weather.
Memorial Day 2026 schedule
- 8 a.m. ET /5 a.m. PT: Orange County, Florida: Orange County War Memorial Commemoration Ceremony
- 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT: Columbus, Ohio: National Veterans Memorial and Museum Memorial Day Ceremony
- 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT: New York, New York: Intrepid Museum Memorial Day Ceremony
- 10:45 a.m. ET/7:45 a.m. PT: Arlington, Virginia: Arlington National Cemetery Memorial Day Ceremony
- 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT: Washington D.C.: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund Memorial Day Ceremony
- 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT: Washington D.C.: Navy Memorial Day Wreath-Laying Ceremony
- 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT: Washington D.C.: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund Memorial Day Observance at the Wall
- 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT: Washington D.C.: American Veterans Center National Memorial Day Parade 2026
- 2:15 p.m. ET/11:15 a.m. PT: Washington D.C.: Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation Memorial Day Ceremony
- 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT: Arlington, Virginia: Military Women’s Memorial Day Ceremony
- 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT: Black Mountain, North Carolina: Memorial Day Ceremony at Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery
The Source: This story was reported from Los Angeles.