Weekly Marine Corps Performances Throughout Summer

Marines

Every Friday, through August 28, the United States Marines Corps will hold a one hour and fifteen minute performance of music and precision marching at the Marine Barracks, in Washington D.C.  The Evening Parade features “The President’s Own” Marine Band, “The Commandant’s Own” Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, the Marine Corps Color Guard, the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Ceremonial Marchers, and the official mascot of Marine Barracks Washington.

The ceremony will begin at 8:45 pm, with a concert by the U. S. Marine Band, but guests with reserved seats should arrive by 8pm.  After 8:15 pm, guests without reservations, waiting outside the main gates, will be offered unclaimed seats. 

For more information go here.  You may also call (202) 433-6060 to hear a recorded message.

Time:  Friday, 8:45 pm – 10:15 pm  (This week’s performance will be held on Thursday, July 2).

LocationMarine Barracks Washington, 8th and “I” Streets, SE

Cost:  This event is free.