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Concerts and Memorial Day Marches Highlight Memorial Day Weekend Events in the Dallas Area

2018 Memorial Day Events and Activities in Dallas and Fort Worth

Memorial Day is on the horizon and provides us with an important opportunity to celebrate veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have given the last full measure of devotion. Memorial Day is right around the corner on May 28 and with an extended weekend on the horizon, many Dallas-Fort Worth area families are in search of the perfect way to celebrate the sacrifices that have been made. Make a memory with family and friends this Memorial Day Weekend with this list of 2018 Memorial Day events and activities in Dallas and Fort Worth.


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Dallas Symphony Orchestra Memorial Day Concert and Fireworks Display

WHEN: Monday, May 28 at 8:15 p.m.

WHERE: Flag Pole Hill – 8015 Doran Circle Dallas, TX 75238

Few Memorial Day events are more exciting than the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Memorial Day Concert and Fireworks Display. With an incredible set list that features many of your patriotic favorites and a picturesque outdoor environment at Flag Pole Hill, you cannot go wrong with this patriotic event. A bombastic fireworks finale will cap off the night with a magical bang.

Memorial Day Weekend at Dallas Arboretum

WHEN: Thursday, May 25 – Monday, May 28

WHERE: Dallas Arboretum – 8525 Garland Rd. Dallas, TX 75218

What better place to enjoy a relaxing Memorial Day concert than at the vibrant, colorful Dallas Arboretum gardens. Spend time with friends and family at the annual Memorial Day Weekend event at the Dallas Arboretum and you will enjoy live music by local favorites all weekend in a beautiful garden atmosphere. Additional highlights include face painting, a petting zoo and root beer floats in the summer sun!

Dallas Memorial March

WHEN: Sunday, May 27 – Monday, May 28

WHERE: Reverchon Park – 3505 Maple Ave. Dallas, TX 75219

If you are looking for a Memorial Day event that honors the sacrifice of our military veterans, the Dallas Memorial March by Carry The Load will fit the bill. This two-day event was created by military veterans to honor the fallen and is highlighted by a 20-hour, 11-minute march, patriotic ceremonies, live music, camping, a Moment of Remembrance, a flyover and much more. Participants in this event raise money for veteran care.


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