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- Friday, May 16, 11 a.m. EDT
Livestreamed and in-person event
U.S. Postal Service Military Anniversary Ceremony
U.S. Postal Service ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps, begins at 11 a.m. EDT, at Freedom Plaza, 1325 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC and will be livestreamed on DVIDS. This event celebrates the availability of the stamp created to honor the 250th birthday of each of the services. Read more about it here.
- Friday, May 30
Livestreamed and in-person event
National Museum of the U.S. Army Revolutionary War 250: 2025 Symposium
The National Museum of the United States Army will host a full-day symposium focusing on the first two years of the Revolutionary War. Symposium participants will enjoy an early preview of the new special exhibit, “CALL TO Arms: The Soldier and the Revolutionary War.” More information about this free symposium can be found on the museum's website.
- Saturday, June 7 – Sunday, June 8
Livestreamed and in-person event
National Museum of the U. S. Army CALL TO Arms Opening Weekend
The National Museum of the United States Army Opening Weekend for the new special exhibit, “CALL TO Arms: The Soldier and the Revolutionary War,” featuring Soldier Stories of our nation's first veterans and more than 280 rare artifacts from the 13 original colonies, France, England and Canada. Enjoy special Revolutionary War-themed visitor activities and demonstrations. The special exhibit and companion public programs are included in the museum's free admission. For more information visit the museum's website, and you can watch a sneak-peek video on their YouTube channel.
- Wednesday, June 11, 7 p.m. EDT
Livestreamed and in-person event
Army Birthday - Twilight Tattoo
The Twilight Tattoo hosted by Lt. Gen. Robert Harter, chief of the Army Reserve and commanding general of U.S. Army Reserve Command, will start at 7 p.m. EDT at Summerall Field at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, in Arlington, Virginia. The action-packed military experience will feature Soldiers from the U.S. Army Military District of Washington's ceremonial units. It will also be livestreamed on @USArmy social media platforms. To learn more, please visit the Military District of Washington website. For a schedule of upcoming events see the 2025 Twilight Tattoo Season Schedule.
- Friday, June 13, 7 a.m. EDT
Service Members only
Army Birthday Run/Walk
Starting at 7 a.m. EDT, the Army Birthday Run/Walk will start from Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall and continue through Arlington National Cemetery.
- Friday, June 13, 6:45 p.m. EDT
Broadcast and in-person event — Tickets are available
Army Day with the Washington Nationals
Join Army Soldiers, civilians and families as we celebrate with the Washington Nationals during this annual Army-focused celebration. The U.S. Army Parachute Team, the U.S. Army Drill Team, an Army chorus and an Army color guard will be among those providing live and recorded performances and shout-outs. The game, between the Nationals and the Miami Marlins, can be viewed in the National Capital Region on the Mid-Atlantic Sports Network.
- Saturday, June 14, 8:15 a.m. EDT
Livestreamed and in-person event — Free and open to the public
Army Birthday Wreath Laying at Arlington National Cemetery
The Army Birthday Wreath Laying at Arlington National Cemetery will be livestreamed from the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
- Saturday, June 14, 9:30 a.m. EDT
In-person event — Free and open to the public
Army Birthday Festival on the National Mall
The Army is celebrating its 250th Birthday on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The festival is open to the public with opportunities to interact with Soldiers, watch military demonstrations, explore equipment static displays and listen to live music throughout the day. The Army Birthday Celebration will represent a wide variety of Army units, capabilities and possibilities. Events will take place on the National Mall near the Washington Monument, conveniently located by the Smithsonian Metro entrance.
Registration for the Festival & Parade is available through America250's event registration portal. Admission is free and open to the public but registration will allow you to get through security quicker.
Please review the Festival & Parade Public Safety information before you head out to the festivities.
Click here for additional Festival & Parade information.
Schedule- 9:30 am - 12:30 pm — Fitness Competition and Awards Livestream
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm - Army Birthday Festival: This event is open to the public with opportunities to interact with Soldiers, watch military demonstrations, explore equipment static displays, and listen to live music throughout the day.
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm — Chef Andre Rush Cooking Demonstration
- 11:00 am - 1:30 pm — MDW Music and Entertainment - The U.S. Army Band: Latin Music Ensemble: DJ Nyla: Down Range performances main stage, U.S. Army Drill Team performs on field
- 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm — Army Fitness Awards and Career Counselor of the Year Recognition (Main Stage) Livestream
- 12:30 - 1:00 pm — Noah Hicks (Main Stage)
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm — NFL Skills and Drills
- 1:30 pm - 1:45 pm — MOH Recipients Recognition
- 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm — Scotty Hasting (Main Stage)
- 2:45 pm - 3:00 pm — Army Astronaut Special Presentation
- 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm — 250th Army Birthday Festival Official Ceremony w/cake cutting Livestream
- 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm — Army 250th Birthday Parade
- The celebration will conclude with fireworks on the Mall.
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This includes presenting sponsors General Dynamics and USAA and festival entertainment sponsor the Gary Sinise Foundation. Platinum sponsors Wounded Warrior Project, AAFES, AUSA, Bell, Wal-Mart, GOVX, Leonardo DRS, RTX, Lockheed Martin, Leidos, and BAE Systems. Gold sponsors Armed Forces Mutual, Boeing, First Command, GE Aerospace, T-Mobile, King George, IHG and the NFL. Sponsorship does not imply U.S. Army or Federal endorsement.
- 9:30 am - 12:30 pm — Fitness Competition and Awards Livestream
Full Calendar See Featured Events
Here is a calendar of the events scheduled across the Army in celebration of the 250th Birthday of the U.S. Army.
- Green - Army Birthday Week Events in the Washington, D.C. area
- Gold - Army Birthday Year Events
- Red - Revolutionary War 250th Anniversary Events
Livestreamed and in-person event
U.S. Postal Service Military Anniversary Ceremony
U.S. Postal Service ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps, begins at 11 a.m. EDT, at Freedom Plaza, 1325 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC and will be livestreamed on DVIDS. This event celebrates the availability of the stamp created to honor the 250th birthday of each of the services. Read more about it here.
Livestreamed and in-person event
National Museum of the U.S. Army Revolutionary War 250: 2025 Symposium
The National Museum of the United States Army will host a full-day symposium focusing on the first two years of the Revolutionary War. Symposium participants will enjoy an early preview of the new special exhibit, “CALL TO Arms: The Soldier and the Revolutionary War.” More information about this free symposium can be found on the museum's website.
Livestreamed and in-person event
National Museum of the U. S. Army CALL TO Arms Opening Weekend
The National Museum of the United States Army Opening Weekend for the new special exhibit, “CALL TO Arms: The Soldier and the Revolutionary War,” featuring Soldier Stories of our nation's first veterans and more than 280 rare artifacts from the 13 original colonies, France, England and Canada. Enjoy special Revolutionary War-themed visitor activities and demonstrations. The special exhibit and companion public programs are included in the museum's free admission. For more information visit the museum's website, and you can watch a sneak-peek video on their YouTube channel.
Livestreamed and in-person event
Army Birthday - Twilight Tattoo
The Twilight Tattoo hosted by Lt. Gen. Robert Harter, chief of the Army Reserve and commanding general of U.S. Army Reserve Command, will start at 7 p.m. EDT at Summerall Field at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, in Arlington, Virginia. The action-packed military experience will feature Soldiers from the U.S. Army Military District of Washington's ceremonial units. It will also be livestreamed on @USArmy social media platforms. To learn more, please visit the Military District of Washington website. For a schedule of upcoming events see the 2025 Twilight Tattoo Season Schedule.
Service Members only
Army Birthday Run/Walk
Starting at 7 a.m. EDT, the Army Birthday Run/Walk will start from Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall and continue through Arlington National Cemetery.
Broadcast and in-person event — Tickets are available
Army Day with the Washington Nationals
Join Army Soldiers, civilians and families as we celebrate with the Washington Nationals during this annual Army-focused celebration. The U.S. Army Parachute Team, the U.S. Army Drill Team, an Army chorus and an Army color guard will be among those providing live and recorded performances and shout-outs. The game, between the Nationals and the Miami Marlins, can be viewed in the National Capital Region on the Mid-Atlantic Sports Network.
Livestreamed and in-person event — Free and open to the public
Army Birthday Wreath Laying at Arlington National Cemetery
The Army Birthday Wreath Laying at Arlington National Cemetery will be livestreamed from the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
In-person event — Free and open to the public
Army Birthday Festival on the National Mall
The Army is celebrating its 250th Birthday on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The festival is open to the public with opportunities to interact with Soldiers, watch military demonstrations, explore equipment static displays and listen to live music throughout the day. The Army Birthday Celebration will represent a wide variety of Army units, capabilities and possibilities. Events will take place on the National Mall near the Washington Monument, conveniently located by the Smithsonian Metro entrance.
Registration for the Festival & Parade is available through America250's event registration portal. Admission is free and open to the public but registration will allow you to get through security quicker.
Please review the Festival & Parade Public Safety information before you head out to the festivities.
Click here for additional Festival & Parade information.
Schedule
- 9:30 am - 12:30 pm — Fitness Competition and Awards Livestream
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm - Army Birthday Festival: This event is open to the public with opportunities to interact with Soldiers, watch military demonstrations, explore equipment static displays, and listen to live music throughout the day.
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm — Chef Andre Rush Cooking Demonstration
- 11:00 am - 1:30 pm — MDW Music and Entertainment - The U.S. Army Band: Latin Music Ensemble: DJ Nyla: Down Range performances main stage, U.S. Army Drill Team performs on field
- 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm — Army Fitness Awards and Career Counselor of the Year Recognition (Main Stage) Livestream
- 12:30 - 1:00 pm — Noah Hicks (Main Stage)
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm — NFL Skills and Drills
- 1:30 pm - 1:45 pm — MOH Recipients Recognition
- 2:00 pm - 2:50 pm — Scotty Hasting (Main Stage)
- 2:45 pm - 3:00 pm — Army Astronaut Special Presentation
- 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm — 250th Army Birthday Festival Official Ceremony w/cake cutting Livestream
- 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm — Army 250th Birthday Parade
- The celebration will conclude with fireworks on the Mall.
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This includes presenting sponsors General Dynamics and USAA and festival entertainment sponsor the Gary Sinise Foundation. Platinum sponsors Wounded Warrior Project, AAFES, AUSA, Bell, Wal-Mart, GOVX, Leonardo DRS, RTX, Lockheed Martin, Leidos, and BAE Systems. Gold sponsors Armed Forces Mutual, Boeing, First Command, GE Aerospace, T-Mobile, King George, IHG and the NFL. Sponsorship does not imply U.S. Army or Federal endorsement.
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