News Release

National Park Service to host Memorial Day commemorative events

Date: May 16, 2025

The National Park Service at Pearl Harbor National Memorial and Honouliuli National Historic Site, in conjunction with Pearl Harbor Historic Parks, will host a series of events in connection with the annual commemoration of Memorial Day.

To honor those who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. armed forces, park staff and partners will provide an opportunity for visitors to participate in a series of unique events throughout the Memorial Day weekend to more fully connect with the history of Pearl Harbor.

Parking will be free for all events.

Memorial Day Weekend Highlights:

Free Guided Tours of the USS Utah and USS Oklahoma Memorials | May 24–26, 10 am – 3 pm HST
Join our NPS guided tours at the USS Utah and USS Oklahoma memorials. To get there, board the regular shuttle service to the USS Missouri and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Once there join the NPS staff for a 30-minute tour honoring those lost aboard these ships. A separate free shuttle will take visitors between the two memorials every half hour.

“Mountains of Memory, Depths of Gratitude” Presentation and Book Signing | Saturday, May 24, 12 - 1 pm HST
In partnership with Honouliuli National Historic Site and Pacific Historic Parks, the Memorial will host author Gail Okawa, who will present stories of Japanese American veterans of the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd Regimental Combat Team, and Military Intelligence Service. These servicemen fought bravely in World War II while many of their families were held in internment camps. A book signing will follow the program outside of the bookstore located within the park.

Movie in the Park | Saturday, May 25 at 6:30 pm HST
Join us for an outdoor screening of the film “From Here to Eternity” on the lawn overlooking the USS Arizona Memorial. This family-friendly event will offer a unique way to learn about World War II history. Refreshments will be available for purchase at the snack shop.

Live Dive of the USS Arizona | Memorial Day, Monday, May 26 at 10 am HST
Witness a special live dive of the USS Arizona, featuring the Pearl Harbor dive team, U.S . Navy divers, the NPS Submerged Resources Center, and members of the Wounded Warrior Project. This unique program provides an up-close look at the current condition of the sunken battleship.

Floral Tribute and Name Cards | All Weekend
Visitors will have the opportunity to offer a floral tribute and receive a name cardhonoring one of the veterans memorialized at Pearl Harbor.

Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony | Monday, May 26 at 12:30 pm HST
Join us for a brief commemorative gathering featuring the ringing of the USS Arizona bell, a moment of silence, and the playing of taps in remembrance of those who gavetheir lives in service to our nation.