Memorial Weekend

Landmarks Lit for Firefighters

Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters

Light your landmarks, fire departments, and homes in red during Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters on May 6-7, 2023.

Bells Across America for Fallen Firefighters 2020

Bells Across America for Fallen Firefighters

Bells will ring from as a grateful nation pauses on May 7, 2023 to honor firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2022 and previous years.

For New Families

This special weekend will honor the sacrifice of your loved one and the other firefighters being honored.

For Returning Families

Families of fallen firefighters honored in previous years are encouraged to volunteer and attend.

For the Fire Service

Members of the fire service make this a special time for the families of our fallen heroes.

Community - National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend

For the Community

The community is encouraged to attend and show their support during the Memorial Weekend.

Watch the 2022 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service

Watch the 2022 National Fallen Firefighters Candlelight Service

The 41st Annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend
was held October 8 – 9, 2022

2022 Returning Family Dinner
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 National Fallen Firefighters Candlelight Service
Photo by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Family Day
Photos by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 National Fallen Firefighters Candlelight Service
Photo by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Wreath Laying at Arlington National Cemetery
Photos by Claudia Garner for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Family Day
Photos by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 National Fallen Firefighters Candlelight Service
Photo by Coral Ruggiero for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Wreath Laying at Arlington National Cemetery
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Memorial Service
Photo by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Family Welcome
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Family Welcome
Photo by Heather Staley for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 National Fallen Firefighters Candlelight Service
Photo by Coral Ruggiero for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
Photo by Coral Ruggiero for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Memorial Service
Photo by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Candlelight Service
Photo by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Family Welcome
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Family Welcome
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Memorial Service
Photo by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Family Welcome
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Memorial Service
Photo by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Red Helmet Ride
Photo by Coral Ruggiero for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Red Helmet Ride
Photos by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Returning Family Dinner
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 National Fallen Firefighters Candlelight Service
Photo by Coral Ruggiero for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
Photo by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Memorial Service
Photo by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Family Welcome
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Memorial Service
Photo by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Family Welcome
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
Photo by Coral Ruggiero for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Wreath Laying at Arlington National Cemetery
Photos by Claudia Garner for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Candlelight Service
Photo by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Candlelight Service
Photo by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Family Welcome
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
Photo by Coral Ruggiero for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
National Fallen Firefighters Memorial
Photos by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Family Welcome
Photo by Heather Staley for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 Returning Family Dinner
Photos by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
2022 National Fallen Firefighters Candlelight Service
Photo by Bill Rowe for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

2022 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend
Each year, the Foundation sponsors the official national tribute to all firefighters who died in the line of duty during the previous year. Thousands attend the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

Other Related News:

Congressional Flag Ceremony Honors 148 Fallen Firefighters

On Thursday, September 29, leaders of the Congressional Fire Services Caucus presented 148 American flags flown over the U.S. Capitol to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Watch Hero Tributes