Memorial Day

Follow the latest Memorial Day news, videos, and analysis from ABC News.

Jun 20, 5:29 PM ET
This nonprofit helps family, friends of veterans who die by suicide cope with loss
TAPS is a nonprofit that helps the family and friends of a service member who died by suicide cope and move forward.
Jun 20, 5:29 PM ET
May 27, 5:37 PM ET
Vice President Pence visits Arlington National Cemetery for Memorial Day observance
Vice President Mike Pence, acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph Dunford observed Memorial Day at Arlington.
May 27, 5:37 PM ET
May 27, 5:37 PM ET
A new perspective on a Memorial Day tradition: Here's what it's like to fly over New York in a WWII airplane
ABC News rode along with the Geico Skytypers in a WWII plane.
May 27, 5:37 PM ET
May 27, 2:06 PM ET
Fallen soldiers honored at monument
A soldier planted a flag at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington, Virginia.
May 27, 2:06 PM ET
May 27, 1:20 PM ET
The best secret summer sales this Memorial Day
ABC News' consumer correspondent Becky Worley breaks down the best bargains to look out for this Memorial Day.
May 27, 1:20 PM ET
May 27, 1:10 PM ET
What to expect over Memorial Day travel rush
ABC News' Erielle Reshef reports on when to expect the worst traffic and how to avoid it.
May 27, 1:10 PM ET
May 26, 6:40 PM ET
Hours before Memorial Day ride, Trump tweets Rolling Thunder will be back in 2020
Rolling Thunder organizers had said Sunday's ride in Washington would be their last, but Trump tweeted it will be back in 2020.
May 26, 6:40 PM ET
May 26, 5:13 PM ET
Rolling Thunder will be back in 2020: Trump
The national ride started in 1988 and is a demonstration to bring attention to and demand accountability for prisoners of war and those who are missing in action.
May 26, 5:13 PM ET
May 26, 3:25 PM ET
Memorial Day Remembrance of those who have served and sacrificed
For Memorial Day weekend, "This Week" visits Arlington National Cemetery for the annual "Flags In" tradition by the Army's Old Guard.
May 26, 3:25 PM ET
May 26, 2:19 PM ET
On Memorial Day, remembering 2 fallen heroes with 'Flags In' tradition
Maj. Von Jett made Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery his first stop. It's where service members who have died in the most recent wars are buried.
May 26, 2:19 PM ET
May 26, 1:51 PM ET
Last-minute Memorial Day sales
The holiday is one of the best times before summer to score deals on grills, appliances, mattresses and even discounted summer travel.
May 26, 1:51 PM ET
May 24, 7:12 PM ET
Rolling Thunder set to take final ride this Memorial Day weekend
Rolling Thunder set to take final ride this Memorial Day weekend. Historic parade comes to an end after lack of funding and claims of harassment.
May 24, 7:12 PM ET
May 24, 5:39 PM ET
What to expect when hitting the road for Memorial Day
Nearly 43 million people will travel this holiday weekend, according to AAA estimates.
May 24, 5:39 PM ET
May 24, 2:09 PM ET
Ryan Scott demos the perfect Memorial Day sliders and hot dog recipe
The celebrity chef shares an original recipe that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any summer cookout, featuring "GMA" sponsor King's Hawaiian products.
May 24, 2:09 PM ET
May 24, 12:03 PM ET
What to expect for Memorial Day travel
The latest details for the nearly 43 million Americans expected to hit the roads and the skies this holiday weekend.
May 24, 12:03 PM ET
Jun 11, 6:54 PM ET
How to save money at the pump over Memorial Day
Phone apps and tips like cleaning out your car can help drivers get the most out of every drop of gas.
Jun 11, 6:54 PM ET
Jun 1, 3:25 AM ET
Heavy storms may rain out Memorial Day Weekend plans
ABC News chief meteorologist Ginger Zee tracks the latest storm system expected to bring heavy rain this holiday weekend.
Jun 1, 3:25 AM ET
Jun 1, 3:20 AM ET
Best and worst times to hit the road this weekend
More than 36 million travelers are expected to hit the road for Memorial Day with some of the highest gas prices in recent holiday history.
Jun 1, 3:20 AM ET
Jun 1, 3:19 AM ET
Millions take to the skies for Memorial Day weekend
Airlines are expecting a nearly 4 percent increase in the number of overall flyers this summer.
Jun 1, 3:19 AM ET
May 29, 1:45 AM ET
Americans share their patriotic acts this Memorial Day
A Seattle veteran has spent weeks and hours cleaning the headstones at a cemetery.
May 29, 1:45 AM ET
May 28, 10:58 PM ET
Veteran has helped clean thousands of military headstones in honor of Memorial Day
A veteran in Seattle honors those who've died while serving in the military by cleaning the headstones at a cemetery.
May 28, 10:58 PM ET
May 28, 6:25 PM ET
On 'sacred soil,' Trump lauds those who've fallen in service
President Donald Trump paid a Memorial Day tribute at Arlington National Cemetery to those who have fallen in battle or while protecting a nation forever thankful for their selfless service.
May 28, 6:25 PM ET
May 28, 6:24 PM ET
Veteran cleans fallen soldiers' headstones to honor Memorial Day
A Seattle, Washington, man along with other members of the American Legion Post 206, have cleaned thousands of headstones so far.
May 28, 6:24 PM ET
May 28, 2:08 PM ET
Best and worst times to travel on Memorial Day
The worst time to drive on Memorial Day is from noon to 2 p.m., according to the navigation site Waze.
May 28, 2:08 PM ET
May 27, 11:14 PM ET
This Memorial Day weekend, honoring those who lost their lives in non-combat accidents
Fallen military service members who lost their lives in non-combat incidents are remembered by their families on "This Week."
May 27, 11:14 PM ET
May 27, 5:15 PM ET
All the best deals you need to know about for the holiday
ABC consumer correspondent Becky Worley breaks down some of the best Memorial Day weekend deals.
May 27, 5:15 PM ET
May 24, 5:09 PM ET
Food Network chef's top Memorial Day weekend BBQ party tips and recipes
Memorial Day Weekend is almost here - and nothing says summer like a block party with friends and family.
May 24, 5:09 PM ET
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Veteran has played 'Taps' on his trumpet every Memorial Day since 1956
91-year-old Elmer Hayes plays the 24-note soundtrack in remembrance of those who have died while serving the country.
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Ponies running scared injure 3 in Wisconsin Memorial Day parade
The ponies may have been startled by fireworks, officials said.
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Missing Marine laid to rest nearly 50 years after plane shot down in Vietnam War
Vietnam Veteran Lt. Billy Ryan was memorialized with full honors at Arlington National Cemetery after a nearly 50 year journey.
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
A look at Memorial Day weekend travel
This Memorial Day weekend will be the busiest in terms of travel in 12 years, according to AAA.
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Traveling this holiday weekend? So are millions of others
ABC News' Eva Pilgrim gives advice on how to travel safely on Memorial Day weekend.
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
34.6 million expected to travel by car over Memorial Day weekend
ABC News' Eva Pilgrim reports on the best and worst times to hit the road across the country for the long holiday weekend, which AAA predicts will see 2.4 percent increases from last year.
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Air travel expectations for Memorial Day weekend
For the fourth year in a row, more Americans will fly over other forms of transportation, with nearly 3 million flights predicted for the holiday weekend.
Jun 14, 1:46 PM ET
Jun 14, 1:45 PM ET
Memorial Day deals
Gasbuddy.com's senior consumer analyst Vera Gibbons gives us the scoop on this year's hot holiday sales.
Jun 14, 1:45 PM ET
May 30, 11:28 AM ET
91-year-old Korean War vet has been playing taps since high school
Elmer Hayes, a 91-year-old trumpet player, has been playing taps at Memorial Day services for decades.
May 30, 11:28 AM ET
May 29, 11:25 PM ET
Show ponies break loose, injure 3 at Wisconsin Memorial Day parade
The ponies were likely startled by fireworks or tennis balls thrown by children.
May 29, 11:25 PM ET
May 29, 6:38 PM ET
Stranger buys soldier's $350 plane ticket so he can see family for Memorial Day weekend
The good Samaritan noticed the 19-year-old was on standby at the airport.
May 29, 6:38 PM ET
May 29, 5:26 PM ET
Trump honors fallen service members and Gold Star families in Memorial Day speech
The president relayed stories of those who sacrificed for the U.S.
May 29, 5:26 PM ET
May 29, 4:52 PM ET
Celebrities enjoy luxe Memorial Day weekend vacations
Serena Williams, Hilary Swank and Justin Timberlake are having a lot of fun.
May 29, 4:52 PM ET
May 29, 4:32 PM ET
Memorial Day: US Presidents Honor the Fallen at Arlington National Cemetery
A look back at presidents on Memorial Day through the years.
May 29, 4:32 PM ET
May 29, 11:40 AM ET
Summer health hazards to watch out for during Memorial Day
A few steps to make long-awaited outside adventures a little safer.
May 29, 11:40 AM ET
May 26, 7:47 PM ET
Travel forecasts predict busy Memorial Day weekend
New TSA procedures at some airports are among the weekends travel challenges.
May 26, 7:47 PM ET
May 30, 1:50 PM ET
Memorial Day: When and Where 1.2M People Died Fighting for America
A by-the-numbers look at U.S. war casualties.
May 30, 1:50 PM ET
May 30, 10:51 AM ET
10,000 Flags to Commemorate Our Nation’s Heroes
"We wanted people to see the human face of war," Mary Alice Horrigan said.
May 30, 10:51 AM ET
May 29, 6:48 AM ET
Army Rangers Release Memorial Day Song From Afghanistan
Two soldiers make music while on deployment in Afghanistan.
May 29, 6:48 AM ET
May 27, 5:45 PM ET
Memorial Day Deals 2016: The Biggest Bargains of the Weekend
Memorial Day has become the unofficial start of summer. The entire weekend is also a big one for sales.
May 27, 5:45 PM ET
May 27, 11:19 AM ET
What You Need to Know Before Hitting the Road for Memorial Day
It may be hard to avoid, but steer away from Friday.
May 27, 11:19 AM ET