QUANTICO, Va. – A summer tradition returns to Northern Virginia with a patriotic lineup of performances from some of the nation’s top military ensembles. The 2025 Summer Concert Series at the National Museum of the Marine Corps continues on Thursday, July 3, with a performance by the U.S. Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment.

Hosted by the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, the free concert series celebrates 250 years of Marine Corps music, tradition, and pride. Each performance begins at 7 p.m. and takes place on select Thursdays through August 28 on the museum grounds at 1775 Semper Fidelis Way in Triangle.

🎖️ July 3 – U.S. Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment

The Battle Color Detachment showcases three ceremonial units from Marine Barracks Washington, D.C.: the Silent Drill Platoon, the Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, and the Marine Corps Color Guard. Known for their precision and pageantry, the detachment travels worldwide representing the discipline and excellence of the Marine Corps. The July 3 event promises a full military pageant with synchronized rifle drills and stirring music.

🎷 July 24 – U.S. Navy Concert Band

Founded in 1925, the U.S. Navy Concert Band is the premier wind ensemble of the U.S. Navy. Based in Washington, D.C., the group performs at presidential inaugurations, state ceremonies, and public concerts across the country. The band is known for its symphonic sound, performing everything from classical works and patriotic marches to jazz and Broadway medleys.

🎼 August 7 – “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Big Band

This dynamic jazz ensemble is a part of “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band, the oldest continuously active professional musical group in the nation. The Big Band unit delivers classic swing and big band jazz from legends like Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and Glenn Miller—offering a more relaxed, toe-tapping take on the Marine Band’s historic legacy.

🎶 August 21 – U.S. Air Force Band Airmen of Note

Formed in 1950 to carry on the tradition of Glenn Miller’s Army Air Forces dance band, the Airmen of Note is the premier jazz ensemble of the U.S. Air Force. This 18-member group tours internationally, performing an energetic mix of swing, bebop, Latin, and modern jazz. They are also known for their educational outreach to aspiring young musicians.

🎺 August 28 – “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band

The concert series concludes with a performance by “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band, the official musical organization of the President of the United States. Established by Congress in 1798, the band has played for every U.S. president since Thomas Jefferson. Known for its extraordinary talent and historic significance, the Marine Band performs with unmatched musical precision and patriotic spirit.

Each concert offers visitors the opportunity to experience world-class musical performances in a family-friendly setting. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, and their love of music and country.

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The National Museum of the Marine Corps is celebrating the holiday season with events including a holiday film series, craft activities, and visits from Santa Claus. Admission, parking, and select activities are free, with full event details available on the Museum’s website at marineheritage.org.

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“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band will perform at the National Museum of the Marine Corps on August 22. The concert will start at 7 p.m. in the museum’s outdoor plaza.

The band, the premier band of the United States Marine Corps, will play various music. This includes patriotic and martial favorites, selections from the wind band repertoire, works by contemporary composers, and scores from film and theatre.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. The Museum, Medal of Honor Theater, Rifle Range, and Museum Store will stay open for extended hours until the concert starts. Tun Tavern will offer service from 4 to 6 p.m., and outdoor concessions will be available during the performance. Admission and parking are free, and no tickets are required.

Updates will be posted on the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation’s Facebook page in bad weather.

Event Details:
– When:Thursday, August 22, 7:00 p.m.
– Where: National Museum of the Marine Corps, 1775 Semper Fidelis Way, Triangle, VA 22172

About the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation:
The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, established in 1979, is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Marine Corps history. The Foundation supports historical programs of the Marine Corps through grants, scholarships, and the renovation, restoration, and commissioning of historical Marine Corps artifacts and landmarks. The Foundation funded the construction of the National Museum of the Marine Corps and Heritage Center and continues to expand its programs. More information can be found at MarineHeritage.org.

The U.S. Navy Band Cruisers are set to deliver a performance at the National Museum of the Marine Corps on July 25, 2024, at 7 p.m. This event is part of the ongoing MCHF Summer Concert Series.

Formed in 1999, the band consists of nine Navy members. The name, inspired by the Navy’s multi-missioned Cruiser ships, symbolizes the band’s versatile musical capabilities. Their repertoire includes jazz, rhythm blues, classic rock, and pop.

The concert will take place outdoors on the museum’s entry plaza, with provisions for weather conditions. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets for seating.

Before the concert, the museum and its facilities, including the Medal of Honor Theater and Rifle Range, will remain open until 7:00 PM, while Tun Tavern will close at 6:00 PM. Guests are reminded that alcoholic beverages are not permitted on museum grounds. The event is free to the public.

The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation (MCHF) announces that the last remaining USMC Mounted Color Guard will appear at the National Museum of the Marine Corps on May 23 and 24. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the Mounted Color Guard and watch live demonstrations. This event is a rare occurrence for the west coast-based Mounted Color Guard.

The Mounted Color Guard’s origin dates back to 1911 during the Chinese Revolution when the Mounted Detachment, known as the “Horse Marines,” was the Marine Corps’ only designated cavalry unit. This elite unit, stationed in China, was tasked with maintaining contact with American citizens in Peking, conducting census, patrols, and delivering dispatches.

The visit coincides with MCHF’s annual tradition of placing flags in Semper Fidelis Memorial Park for Memorial Day to honor fallen Marines. The event will take place on May 23 from 3 to 6 p.m. and on May 24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, located at 1775 Semper Fidelis Way, Triangle.

Established in 1979, the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Marine Corps history. The Foundation supports the historical programs of the Marine Corps in ways not possible through government funds.