America’s national night of remembrance honoring 250 years of service and sacrifice.
National Memorial Day Concert 2026 airs Sunday, May 24 at 8 p.m. on WXXI-TV and streaming live on the WXXI and PBS apps.
America’s national night of remembrance hosted by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna and Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise airs live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, honors the courage and sacrifice of our military men and women, their families, and pays tribute to all who have given their lives in service to our nation. The evening will feature powerful storytelling and musical salutes featuring world-renowned artists with the National Symphony Orchestra, and a special commemoration of the country’s 250th Anniversary highlighting the all-volunteer force that won our independence in the American Revolution.
Photo: Members of the US Armed Forces
Credit: Capital Concerts