National Veterans Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery

The annual National Veterans Day Observance, honoring the men and women who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces during war and peacetime, will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. in the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery. More info coming soon! 

Published on: Thursday, October 30, 2025


Turf Renovations

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ANC renovates approximately 30 acres of turf each year. When you encounter one of the “Turf Renovation In Progress” signs, renovations are taking place. Please feel free to place flowers at a gravesite, but we ask that you limit walking in these areas as much as possible.

The process of renovation involves removing the old turf, adding amendments to the soil, tilling and re-grading the gravesites, and then sowing new grass seed. This will result in a healthier and thicker stand of turf and ground that is more level. With favorable weather, the new turf begins to germinate in early autumn, and full coverage is achieved before winter.