Hagerstown is preparing for a weekend filled with activities and tributes in honor of Memorial Day, with events scheduled from Friday, May 23 through Monday, May 26. The festivities include a mix of community gatherings, music, food, and ceremonies across downtown locations.
On Friday evening, “Thunder in the Square” will bring classic car enthusiasts to the heart of downtown from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Simultaneously, “Music in the Plaza” at University Plaza will offer live entertainment from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., creating a festive atmosphere to kick off the holiday weekend.
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Saturday, May 24, features the BISFA Chili Cook-Off at University Plaza from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m., offering culinary excitement for attendees. That evening, a solemn Memorial Day Candlelight Concert will take place outside The Maryland Theatre from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., providing an opportunity for reflection and remembrance.
Sunday’s focus will be on local vendors and produce, with the City Farmers Market at Hub City Brewery open from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m., encouraging community support for regional agriculture and small businesses.
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The commemorations will conclude on Monday, May 26, with the Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Washington County Circuit Court at 1:00 p.m. The ceremony aims to honor those who served and sacrificed for the nation, marking the solemn purpose of the holiday.
Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from Downtown Hagerstown event organizers
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