Record Travel, Events Mark Memorial Day 2025

Memorial Day weekend 2025 is projected to see record travel across the U.S., with 3.6 million Southern Californians expected to travel, highlighting a broader national trend toward increased family gatherings post-pandemic. Communities nationwide will honor fallen service members through parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, and musical tributes, particularly in states like Maine, Pennsylvania, and Arizona. Major cities such as Seattle, Las Vegas, and Phoenix are hosting prominent cultural and entertainment events, including folk festivals, concerts, and art shows. Las Vegas and Phoenix are offering a mix of vibrant nightlife, pool parties, and immersive art experiences for both families and partygoers. Las Vegas is forecasted to experience its first triple-digit temperatures of the season, shaping both indoor and outdoor celebrations. The weekend balances solemn military remembrance with festivities marking the unofficial start of summer.