REAL ID Requirements

Funeral attendees, family passholders and others authorized to drive into the cemetery: Click "read more" for important information. 

Published on: Monday, November 24, 2025 read more ...
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Construction Notice: MOC Trailer Removal

November 24, 2025

Beginning Oct. 2025 until mid-December 2025, demolition work will impact the modular office trailer campus. The campus is located off King Drive and Eisenhower Drive, directly across from the funeral queuing lanes and next to the Administrative Building. Crews generally work between 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. on weekdays, excluding federally recognized holidays. Please be advised that this work may result in elevated noise levels


Wreaths Across America Day to be Held at Arlington National Cemetery Dec. 13

November 24, 2025

ARLINGTON, Va. – On Saturday, Dec. 13, the annual Wreaths Across America (WAA) event will be held at Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) and the Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home National Cemetery (SAHNC). Visitors will lay wreaths throughout ANC and SAHNC on headstones and columbarium niches to honor the sacrifice of our nation’s service members and veterans. ANC will open to visitors at 8 a.m., and SAHNC will open at noon.

“As we approach our nation’s 250th anniversary, this event offers a profound reminder of the sacrifices made by service members during every major conflict in American history,” said Executive Director of the Office of Army Cemeteries and Army National Military Cemeteries Karen Durham-Aguilera. “By honoring the service and legacies of those laid to rest within these hallowed grounds, we inspire future generations to carry forward the values of duty, courage and commitment to our country.”


New Exhibit at Arlington National Cemetery Features Artifact from the USS Maine

November 12, 2025

ARLINGTON, Va.—Arlington National Military Cemeteries (ANMC) is pleased to announce the opening of a new exhibit in the Memorial Amphitheater Display Room, featuring a rare artifact from the USS Maine. The U.S. Navy ship tragically exploded in Cuba’s Havana Harbor on Feb. 15, 1898—killing more than 260 sailors and Marines and leading to the Spanish-American War.


National Veterans Day Observance Open to Public

November 04, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The 72nd 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, 2025, at 11 a.m. in the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery.

The annual event is free and open to the public. Seating in the amphitheater is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Scheduled events for Veterans Day include: the United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own” Concert Band and Chorus performing a prelude in the amphitheater at 10:30 a.m.; a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier conducted by the U.S. Army Military District of Washington; and the national observance inside the Memorial Amphitheater with a parade of colors by veterans’ organizations and remarks from dignitaries. Attendance for the annual wreath-laying ceremony will be limited this year to official participants.


Arlington National Cemetery REAL ID Requirements Reminder

October 23, 2025

In anticipation of increased visitor traffic during the upcoming holiday season, Arlington National Cemetery reminds visitors that anyone over the age of 18 entering the cemetery in a vehicle—to include both drivers and passengers—must present a REAL ID-compliant identification at the security check point. This applies to all those authorized to drive into the cemetery via Memorial Avenue, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall or the Service Complex Gate: funeral attendees, family pass holders, honor flights, contractors who do not possess a Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC) or an Automated Installation (AIE) badge, and family-hired photographers and florists.  


Marine Corps Marathon Road Closures: Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025

October 21, 2025

ARLINGTON, Va. – On Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, numerous roads in the vicinity of Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) will be closed for the annual Marine Corps Marathon. These closures will affect pedestrian, vehicular and Metro access to and from ANC. Please read the following information carefully before visiting.


Road Closures and Cemetery Access During Army Ten-Miler: Sunday, Oct. 12

October 09, 2025

On Sunday, Oct. 12, numerous roads in the vicinity of Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) will be closed for the 41st annual Army Ten-Miler race.


Road Closures Within Arlington National Cemetery: Sept. 8 to Dec. 12

September 04, 2025

From Sept. 8 until approximately Dec. 12, 2025, a major road construction project will impact vehicular traffic within Arlington National Cemetery. For an overview of project phases and detour routes, refer to the above map (click to enlarge).


Air Force Memorial Reopening to Public: Aug. 25

August 20, 2025

The United States Air Force Memorial will reopen to the public on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. 


Notice of New Pile Driving Activity

August 15, 2025

Beginning on or around Aug. 18, 2025, a contractor will begin pile driving for a new retaining wall located near the Foxcroft Heights neighborhood. Work will take place daily between 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.  This work will be occurring alongside the ongoing pile driving near Joyce St.