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Blessing of the Bikes

  • Washington National Cathedral 3101 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest Washington, DC, 20016 United States (map)

The Cathedral welcomes members of Rolling Thunder at the beginning of Memorial Day weekend for programs that include a “Blessing of the Bikes,” special tours and prayers for those who have not come home from war.

Since 2014, the Cathedral has welcomed members of Rolling Thunder to gather on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend for a “Blessing of the Bikes,” special tours and prayers for those who have not come home. Cathedral clergy, military chaplains and Rolling Thunder volunteers and leaders lead a brief service.

Free and open to the public. All are welcome!

3:30 Refreshments and tours available for riders and visitors in the Cathedral Nave
5:oo “Blessing of the Bikes” – a brief service of honor and blessing, including the Two Bell Ceremony
6:00 Riders depart for candlelight vigil at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial