Capitol Campus Update: Memorial Day events will bring crowds, noise to Capitol Campus

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DES Communications Division | 360-407-8200 | communications@des.wa.gov
Two permitted events will bring crowds and noise to the Campus in honor of veterans' service.

Events & Locations: Two permitted events will bring crowds and noise to the Capitol Campus.

  • A Memorial Day Ceremony will feature speakers, a military band, and honor guard. Estimated attendance is 200.
  • The Olympia Thunder Run will bring motorcycles to the Capitol Campus. The event at the Vietnam Memorial will feature speeches, a bagpiper, and a bugler. Estimated attendance is 150.

When:

  • Memorial Day Ceremony: 10 a.m. to noon
  • Olympia Thunder Run: Noon to 2p.m. Monday, May 27.

Impacts: Expect noise and an increase in vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Visitor parking on the South Diagonal will be closed until 2 p.m.