The 2026 NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT will air live on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at the U.S. Capitol.
On Veterans Day, Capital Concerts announced that Lockheed Martin will return as the lead corporate sponsor for the 2026 NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT. Scheduled to take place on May 24, 2026, the event will be broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, celebrating the sacrifices and service of American military personnel and their families.
The concert is a cherished annual event that combines powerful storytelling, music, and moments of remembrance. It pays tribute to those who have lost their lives in defense of the nation. “We are honored that Lockheed Martin is continuing as the lead corporate underwriter for the 2026 broadcast of the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT,” said Michael Colbert, President and Executive Producer of Capital Concerts. “We extend our thanks to Lockheed Martin for its long-standing support of the concert’s mission to honor and remember.”
Commitment to the Military Community
Robert Head, Senior Vice President of Lockheed Martin Government Affairs, expressed the company’s pride in sponsoring the event. “The NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT is an important part of Lockheed Martin’s ongoing commitment to supporting the military community. On Veterans Day, and every day, veterans, service members, and military families are at the center of everything we do,” Head stated.
Lockheed Martin’s dedication to the military and veteran community is significant, with over one-fifth of its 121,000 employees being veterans, National Guard and Reservists, or military spouses. The company actively invests in charitable initiatives that support service members, veterans, and their families. Lockheed Martin aims to make a positive impact in the lives of those who have served, ensuring that the sacrifices made by many are not forgotten.
The NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT will air live from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. E.T. on public television stations across the United States, as well as on the American Forces Network for military personnel stationed around the globe. Viewers can also stream the concert on YouTube and the PBS website, with Video on Demand available from May 24 to June 7, 2026.
About the Organizers and Lockheed Martin
Capital Concerts is a leading producer of live patriotic television shows, including the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT and A CAPITOL FOURTH, which celebrate America’s most significant holidays. The organization is known for its commitment to honoring the nation’s history and its heroes through engaging performances.
Lockheed Martin operates as a global defense technology company focused on innovation and scientific advancement. Its mission solutions and vision for 21st Century Security aim to provide transformative technologies that enhance safety and readiness for those it serves. For more details, visit LockheedMartin.com.
For further information about the concert, please visit pbs.org/national-memorial-day-concert.
