MDVA Blog

Honoring Memorial Day

5/4/2026 9:00:00 AM

Memorial Day

Memorial Day weekend traditionally signals the start of summer in Minnesota. However, Memorial Day has its true origins honoring the men and women who died while in military service. Minnesota’s four State Veterans Cemeteries will commemorate those who gave all for their country.

These programs are always a meaningful way to remember those who have served our country and sacrificed so much.

Memorial Weekend Program - Sunday, May 24

  • 1:30 p.m. Music

  • 2 p.m. Program

Minnesota State Veterans Cemeteries – Duluth
4777 Hwy 53
Saginaw, Minnesota

Minnesota State Veterans Cemeteries – Little Falls
15550 Hwy 115
Little Falls, Minnesota

Minnesota State Veterans Cemeteries – Preston
715 Hwy 52
Preston, Minnesota

Minnesota State Veterans Cemeteries – Redwood Falls
33752 Nobel Avenue
Redwood Falls, Minnesota

Even if you can’t make it to a cemetery to honor our fallen during Memorial Day weekend, we encourage you to take the time to mark the day. Options include observing the National Moment of Remembrance on Monday at 3 p.m., flying the US flag at half-staff until noon, or visiting a local war memorial near you.