Memorial Ceremonies
Apex Memorial Day Ceremony
Downtown Service Memorial, Apex (corner of Saunders Street and Salem Street)
9:30 a.m. Monday, May 26
This annual event typically features members of Apex public safety, Apex Town Council, and the Apex community sharing words and holding space for moments of reflection in remembrance of military personnel who lost their lives while serving.
American Legion Post 67 Memorial Day Ceremony
Hillcrest Cemetery, Cary
10 a.m. Monday, May 26
The American Legion will honor those who served and protected our freedom with a ceremony including a guest speaker, local dignitaries, color guard, and 21-gun salute. Open to the public. Bring a lawn chair. Free Sunday afternoon? Stop by at 3 p.m. to help set up.
Town of Cary Remembrance Ceremony
Paul Berry
Veterans Freedom Park, Cary
2:30-3:30 p.m. Monday, May 26
This patriotic ceremony honors fallen veterans of all wars and conflicts. Hear remarks from guest speaker Paul Berry, a 30-year Marine Corps veteran and senior director of the Triangle Network of Veterans Bridge Home, plus members of the Cary Town Council. Plus patriotic music from the Cary Town Band and complimentary refreshments before and after the ceremony. Parking available at Cary Academy with a free ADA-accessible shuttle. Bring a lawn chair.
Memorial Day Service
Historic Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh
4-5 p.m. Monday, May 26
Gather in the Field of Honor for a ceremony commemorating our fallen. Open to the public.
Food & Drink Specials + Events
Three-Day Brunch Celebration
STIR brunch beverages
STIR, North Hills
10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday through Monday
Toast to the start of summer with three days of brunch favorites – including $5 Mimosas and Bloody Marys.
Raleigh Tamales Preorder Discount
Get 10% off all preorders for Saturday, May 24, on tamales, enchiladas, empanadas, and more. Pick up at the Wake Forest Farmers Market, Cary Farmers Market, or Holly Springs Farmers Market.
Memorial Weekend Sunday Kickback
3340 Cypress Plantation Drive, Raleigh
2-8 p.m. Sunday, May 25
15+ food trucks bring the delicious eats. You bring the whole family for a day of fun, good vibes, vendors, and more.
PATRIOT’S Path: The Theseus Legacy
Black Box Dance Theatre, Raleigh
3 p.m. Sunday, May 25
Part history, part personal reflection, this evening of high art explores what it means to serve, struggle, and return home.
From Y2K to BBQ
Fizzwerks, Durham
Friday through Sunday
Three days, three parties! Relive the iconic Y2K era through music, nostalgia, and themed outfits on Friday from 6-10 p.m. Join the beach party Saturday from noon to 11 p.m. Or bring your buddies and your appetite for a BBQ party Sunday from 6-11 p.m.
