Memorial Day in United States in 2023
When is Memorial Day?
Formerly known as the Decoration Day, Memorial Day is dedicated to salute all the men and women who served for the United States Armed Forces and sacrificed their lives for the country. The day is usually spent by visiting cemeteries and memorials to pay tributes for their altruism. This is also considered to be the unofficial start of summer season.
It is a public holiday and a day off to schools, colleges and most of the businesses. The American flag is flied at half-mast from dawn till noon. People also spend the day picnicking and holding outdoor sport events and playing patriotic music. Considering that it is a long weekend, many people also take off to a short vacation or visit their relatives at nearby places.
There are two more such days dedicated to the military people viz. Veterans Day, for those who have served in the past, and Armed Forces Day for those who are still serving to the United States Armed Forces.
List of Holidays in United States in 2023
| Day | Date | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | January 01 2023 | New Year's Day |
| Monday | January 02 2023 | New Year's Day Observed |
| Monday | January 16 2023 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| Monday | February 20 2023 | Presidents' Day |
| Monday | May 29 2023 | Memorial Day |
| Tuesday | July 04 2023 | Independence Day |
| Monday | September 04 2023 | Labor Day |
| Monday | October 09 2023 | Columbus Day |
| Friday | November 10 2023 | Veterans Day Observed |
| Saturday | November 11 2023 | Veterans Day |
| Thursday | November 23 2023 | Thanksgiving Day |
| Monday | December 25 2023 | Christmas Day |