Confederate Memorial Day
January 19, Sunday
Texas
April 26, Saturday
Georgia
April 28, Monday
Alabama
April 28, Monday
Mississippi
April 28, Monday
Florida
May 10, Saturday
North Carolina
June 3, Tuesday
Tennessee
Confederate Memorial Day is a commemoration in several southern states of the United States that honors the soldiers and civilians associated with the Confederate States of America (CSA) during the American Civil War of 1861–65.Date of Observance
Confederate Memorial Day is observed on different dates depending on the state:
In Alabama and Mississippi — the fourth Monday in April.
In Georgia — April 26.
In South Carolina — May 10.
In Texas — January 19 (as part of Robert E. Lee Day).
Historical Background
Confederate Memorial Day emerged shortly after the end of the Civil War. Southern women began organizing ceremonies in cemeteries to memorialize Confederate soldiers by decorating their graves with flowers. The first such ceremony was held in 1866.
The date of April 26 is chosen to honor the day General Joseph Johnston, one of the last major commanders of the Confederacy, surrendered.
In South Carolina, the holiday is associated with the anniversary of the death of General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, one of the most respected leaders of the Confederacy.
How is it celebrated?
Ceremonies and layings. On this day, memorial events are held, wreaths and flowers are laid on the graves of Confederate soldiers, marches and church services are organized.
Historical reenactments. Popular in a number of states, where enthusiasts recreate key moments of the Civil War, including battles.
Cultural events. Museums and historical societies hold exhibitions and lectures dedicated to the history of the Confederacy.
Confederate Memorial Day in other years
- 2021 January 19, Tuesday
- 2021 April 26, Monday
- 2021 May 10, Monday
- 2021 June 3, Thursday
- 2022 January 19, Wednesday
- 2022 April 25, Monday
- 2022 April 25, Monday
- 2022 April 25, Monday
- 2022 April 26, Tuesday
- 2022 May 10, Tuesday
- 2022 May 10, Tuesday
- 2022 June 3, Friday
- 2023 January 19, Thursday
- 2023 April 24, Monday
- 2023 April 24, Monday
- 2023 April 24, Monday
- 2023 April 26, Wednesday
- 2023 May 10, Wednesday
- 2023 June 3, Saturday
- 2024 January 19, Friday
- 2024 April 22, Monday
- 2024 April 22, Monday
- 2024 April 26, Friday
- 2024 April 29, Monday
- 2024 May 10, Friday
- 2024 June 3, Monday
- 2026 January 19, Monday
- 2026 April 26, Sunday
- 2026 April 27, Monday
- 2026 April 27, Monday
- 2026 April 27, Monday
- 2026 May 10, Sunday
- 2026 June 3, Wednesday