5 Memorial Day Weekend Events in Northern Virginia

With Northern Virginia opening back up, there are a variety of events happening this Memorial Day weekend. Like any local business, our junk removal team is looking forward to honoring veterans for their services and seeing the vibrant lineup of events take place – candlelight vigils, music, entertainment, and more. Whatever you are looking to be part of this weekend, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a list of the many events taking place this weekend.

Viva Vienna

Saturday–Monday, May 29th–31, 2021
Location: 245 Maple Ave W, Vienna, VA 22180

Viva Vienna is a family and community-oriented celebration of Memorial Day and the greater Vienna Community spirit. Amusement rides, food, crafts, vendors and entertainment – fun for all ages! Vendors include handcraft artisans, retail vendors, professionals, political parties and candidates, and community and non-profit organizations. Reduced number of guests and 160 vendors socially distanced. 100% of proceeds go to charitable, community and humanitarian organizations.

Strawberry Jubilee Festival

Saturday–Monday, May 29th–31, 2021
Location: Great Country Farms in Loudoun County Virginia – 34345 Snickersville Turnpike, Bluemont, VA 20135

Attend the Annual Strawberry Festival at Great Country Farms in Loudoun County Virginia to celebrate the royal strawberry, the jubilee is packed with live music, farm contests, wagon rides, great food and fun games for the whole family! Great Food abounds at the Roosteraunt Concession Stand, Knead It Bakery and Henway Hard Cider by the pond. Savor Cider Donuts,  Strawberry Lemonade,  hand-dipped ice cream and baked goods including strawberry rhubarb pies.

The 43rd Alexandria Jazz Festival

Saturday, May 29th, 2021
Location: Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison St, Alexandria, VA 22314

The City of Alexandria launches into Memorial Day Weekend with an evening of world-class jazz by the waterfront. The 43rd Alexandria Jazz Festival is Saturday, May 29, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Oronoco Bay Park (100 Madison Street). Critically acclaimed artists Joel Ross ‘Good Vibes,’ Eric Byrd Trio, VERONNEAU, and Cubano Groove perform bossa nova, contemporary, straight and Latin jazz into the evening.

The 39th Falls Church Annual Memorial Day Event

The Recreation and Parks Department is pleased to announce the return of the Annual City of Falls Church Memorial Day event. 2021 is the 39th year of this community tradition, and this year’s event will include many of the familiar festivities and ceremonies from previous Memorial Day celebrations (in addition to a few new activities) while ensuring the safest environment for participants and guests.

• Free Memorial Day Scavenger Hunt (May 22 – June 1)
• Beyer Auto 3K Fun Run (May 24 – May 31)
• Memorial Day Ceremony (May 31, 11:00 a.m.)

Rolling to Remember 

Rolling to Remember hosts various events to honor veterans at national sites, such as the Arlington National Cemetery. Join the community in paying tribute to those who have served and those who are still unaccounted for in the following memorial services. 

• Candle Light Vigil & Wreath Laying at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial (Friday, May 28th)
• Open House for Rolling to Remember at Harley-Davidson of Washington (Saturday, May 29)
• Rolling to Remember Observation of Memorial Day Weekend at Crystal City Sports Pub (Saturday, May 29)
• “Rolling to Remember” Demonstration Run begins at the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium (Sunday, May 30)
• Public Wreath Ceremonies (Monday, May 31st – Memorial Day​)