Memorial Day Weekend 2024

May 24 – 27

Events

The Ruck to Remember

A 60k Hike to Arlington National Cemetery

Begins: May 24, 2024

About: The 2024 Ruck to Remember’s 60k march into Arlington National Cemetery starting Friday, May 24th. Along the way, we will honor our fallen veterans and share stories about them in a tribute to their ultimate sacrifice for our country. This event culminates with the Final Miles 6-mile walk around the National War Memorials with the National Final Miles Event.

*Logistics and other information to be detailed once determined.

Starts at:
4:00 AM, Friday, May 24th
US Marine Corps War Memorial
Arlington, VA 22209

National Final Miles

A 6-mile Walk to Arlington National Cemetery

Begins: May 27, 2024

About: The National Final Miles is an event for all ages. Those participating in the National Final Miles will meet those completing the 60k march into Arlington Cemetery on May 27th, to tour the war memorials in Washington, D.C., and hear stories of valor along the way. This approximately 6-mile route includes visiting the US Marine Corps War Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, World War II Memorial, World War I Memorial, and ends at Arlington National Cemetery.

*Logistics and other information to be detailed once determined.

Starts at:
5:00 AM, Sunday, May 27th
US Marine Corps War Memorial
Arlington, VA 22209

Solo Memorial Hike

 A 6-mile Hike

Begins: May 24, 2024

About: On Memorial Day morning, the Solo Memorial Hike is for those who cannot join the National or Regional Ruck to Remember events in person. Perform a self-managed 6-mile hike, or walk, and reflect on those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Ruck to Remember Volunteer

It takes a village to put on a meaningful event like this. Help support our Ruck to Remember and Final Miles participants by volunteering.

*Logistics and other information to be detailed once determined.