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Counting down to Monday, May 31, 2027.
Memorial Day 2027 falls on Monday, May 31 — the start of the unofficial summer season in the US. Long weekend, BBQs, road trips, and the Indy 500.
Fast facts
- Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday in May.
- It honors US military personnel who died in service of their country.
- Many Americans treat Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial start of summer.
- The Indianapolis 500 has been held on Memorial Day weekend since 1911.