Memorial Day is a federal holiday recognized each year on the final Monday of May to honor the men and women who died while serving in the military. The 2021 holiday will be observed on May 31, and the National Moment of Remembrance will take place at 3 p.m. local time, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Those in search of outdoor activities this weekend may be subject to severe weather conditions, according to the National Weather Service. The Greater Austin area could see continued rain and scattered thunderstorms throughout the holiday weekend.
The wet pattern continues across the region with several rounds of showers and thunderstorms through the next 5 days. Highs will be slightly below normals. #txwx pic.twitter.com/5OxuelVazl
— NWS Austin/San Antonio (@NWSSanAntonio) May 28, 2021
Memorial day tributes
Lakeway tributes
Residents of the city of Lakeway may notice small American flags placed along local streets including Lohmans Crossing Road and Lakeway Boulevard in honor of those who died while serving in the U.S. military. The effort was made possible by the city of Lakeway parks and recreation staff who placed hundreds of flags this week, according to the city.
The Round Rock Veterans Committee will present the annual Memorial Day Salute at the city’s Veterans Park Memorial located at 600 Pecan Ave. The salute will take place May 31 from 10-11 a.m. and will be followed by a community service at the park’s Veterans Monument.
Georgetown parade
The Georgetown Beard Club will host the Honoring Our Fallen car parade May 29 at 9:30 a.m. The parade will begin at the Lone Star Circle of Care on Williams Drive and head towards three Wesleyan Campuses prior to ending at the Delany at the Georgetown Village.
Live music and events
Comedy and music at Iron Wolf
Iron Wolf Ranch & Distillery will host several Memorial Day festivities May 29, including live music performances and late-night comedy acts. Local artists including Owen-Gladd and the Palace Saints and Kewsi will be featured in the line-up alongside comedians Micah brown and Kyle Ruff. The distillery will host several other live music acts throughout the memorial day weekend, which can be found on the businesses’ Facebook page. Noon-9 p.m. Free. Iron Wolf Ranch & Distillery. 101 County Road 409, Spicewood. 512-970-3203. www.ironwolfranch.com
Family activities at Frontyard Brewing
Frontyard Brewing will host a family-friendly memorial day celebration at its 9-acre Spicewood site. Festivities will include children’s bounce houses and obstacle courses. Bubbles, cake pops, popsicles and other snacks will be served and beer pitchers will be available for select beers. Tickets are sold at the door until sold out or can be purchased online. Noon-6 p.m. $10. Frontyard Brewing, 4514 Bob Wire Road, Bldg. 2, Spicewood. 512-614-4380. www.frontyardbrewing.com
Live music at The Gnarly Gar
The Gnarly Gar will celebrate the Memorial Day weekend with an array of live music performances. South 35 Band, based out of Waco, Texas will take the stage May 29. Sunday’s festivities will feature a live performance by Jonas Lorence at noon. The full line-up can be found on the businesses’ Facebook page. Various times. Free. The Gnarly Gar, 18200 Lakepoint Cove, Point Venture. 512-267-1845. www.gnarlygar.com
Lobster Boil
Boston-inspired Italian restaurant, The Garden at Ellera will host an outdoor lobster boil this Memorial Day weekend May 29. The boil will include a whole lobster, corn, potatoes and a choice of a glass of wine, Sam Adam’s Summer Ale or a Truly brand seltzer. Tables can be reserved online. $50 (includes food and drink) 2-5 p.m. The Garden at Ellera, 12432 Bee Cave Road, Bee Cave. 512-401-8113. www.gardenatellera.com
City services
City offices will be closed May 31 in Bee Cave, Lakeway, West Lake Hills and Rollingwood in observance of the holiday.
Grocery stores including H-E-B, Randalls, Whole Foods and Trader Joes will be open on Memorial Day with regular operating hours, according to the companies’ websites.
