Commemorations of the 81st anniversary of D-Day
Events
Published on April 13, 2026
Attend the 81st D-Day anniversary in Utah Beach from May 31 to June 9, 2025 with a true WWII Liberation atmosphere.
Tickets can only be booked on our website, not by phone.
From May 31 to June 9, 2025, Utah Beach and its surroundings will come alive with the commemorations of the 81st anniversary of the D-Day landings. This historic and widely attended event pays tribute to the heroes of June 6, 1944, through a rich and meaningful program: official ceremonies, musical performances, immersive guided tours, sports matches, conferences, and fireworks.
Highlights include the participation of ten Allied nations, hundreds of children, vintage military vehicles, and a unique “Liberation” atmosphere around the church. Between remembrance and celebration, come experience history where it was made.
A rich and symbolic program
May 31, 2025
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8:00 AM: 17th Peace March – Departure from the Grange de la Paix in Sainte-Mère-Église.
Lunch in Picauville – Snack in Chef-du-Pont – Return to Sainte-Mère-Église
Organized by the Parish Center – More information: +33 (0)2 33 41 41 48
June 4, 2025
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9:00 AM: American Football Match – Local Stadium
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11:00 AM: Ceremony at the Resistance Monument
June 5, 2025
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10:30 AM: Musical performance
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3:00 PM: Ceremony at the WINTERS Monument
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4:00 PM: Ceremony at the Easy Company Monument in Brécourt
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8:00 PM: Conference by Mr. Frantz Malasis –
“De Gaulle as Seen by the Clandestine Press of the French Resistance”
Utah Beach Museum
June 6, 2025
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11:00 AM: Ceremony with 400 children – Organized by the D-Day Committee and the Town Hall – Utah Beach Museum
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12:00 PM: Ceremony at the Danish Monument
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4:30 PM: Major international ceremony on Utah Beach
With representatives from ten nations: Canada, Denmark, Norway, United Kingdom, United States, Poland, Belgium, Netherlands, France, and Germany
June 7, 2025
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11:00 AM: Ceremony at the U.S. Coast Guard Memorial –
In the presence of Mr. José Flores, Reverend and Chaplain
June 8, 2025
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Festive evening with musical entertainment, fireworks, and on-site food stands
Organized by the Festival Committee and the Municipality
Ongoing Program
June 5 to 9
- “Liberation” atmosphere around the church: stands, refreshment booths, vintage vehicles, and entertainment
May 31 to June 7
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2:00 PM & 11:00 PM: Immersive guided tour of the Holdy Battery
An immersive narrated walk around the site – Duration: 1h30
€10 per adult (ages 12 and up) – Limited places – Booking required: +33 (0)2 33 44 81 20
Book your tickets
Make the most of your visit by booking your tickets online.
Opening hours
October to April
Every day from 10 am to 6 pm
May to September
Every day from 9:30 am to 7 pm
Ticket sales close
1 hour before museum closes
Pets 🐶
The museum accepts small dogs carried in a bag.
Rates
Adult
10 €
Student
7,50 €
Children from 6 to 15
6,50 €
Children Under 6
Free
Guided tour 45 minutes
+ 2,50 €
Guided tour 1 h 30
+ 5 €
Booking
Ticket Reservations
Tickets can only be booked on our website, not by phone.
Group and School Visits
Visiting with a group? Anything is possible.
We’ll be happy to help you plan an unforgettable visit.
CONTACT
Utah Beach Landing Museum
Plage de la Madeleine
50480 Sainte-Marie-du-Mont
Phone +33 2 33 71 53 35
Email musee@utah-beach.com
