Marine Barracks Washington

The official X account for Marine Barracks Washington, “8th & I”

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@cspan @USMC Follow along for a great parade!

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America 250: U.S. Marine Barracks Washington Evening Parade (@USMC @MBWDC #Marines) – LIVE on C-SPAN https://t.co/hvgNynifxz

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TONIGHT at 8:45 PM ET on @cspan, we're LIVE at the Marine Barracks in Washington, DC, for the Corps' Friday Evening Parade. @MBWDC

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Marines at the “Oldest Post of the Corps” honored the enduring alliance between the United States and the United Kingdom during an Evening Parade with @UKdefUS

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Gates are open and we are back on X! Get here soon for our Evening Parade because gates close at 8 p.m.

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#Marines w/ @MBWDC and service members from all branches of the U.S. Military participated in the @Commanders Salute To Service game at Northwest Stadium in Landover, MD.

#SalutetoService allows fans and athletes to honor and recognize veterans and active duty service members.

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Join us tomorrow at 10 a.m. for the annual wreath laying parade in honor of the 249th Birthday of the USMC. 🇺🇸

This ceremony is free and open to the public, a chance to honor the legacy of Marines, past and present, and witness the pride and professionalism of those who serve.

[Marine Barracks Washington @MBWDC]

Join us this Friday, Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. for the annual wreath laying parade in honor of our 249th birthday. This ceremony is free and open to the public, a chance to honor the legacy of Marines, past and present, and witness the honor, courage, and commitment of those who serve.

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#Marines with @MBWDC conduct Sword Ceremonial Drill School in Washington, D.C. Oct. 24.

During this three-week-long course, Marines receive vigorous training on the fundamentals of marching and sword manuals for the upcoming 2025 parade season and ceremonies.

#USMC #SemperFi

[Marine Barracks Washington @MBWDC]

Join us Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. for the annual wreath laying parade in honor of our 249th birthday. This ceremony is free and open to the public, a chance to honor the legacy of Marines, past and present, and witness the pride, precision, and dedication of those who serve.

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USSOCOM Vice Commander Lt. Gen. Francis Donovan hosted Director of @thejointstaff Lt. Gen. Douglas Sims II and interagency guests for the @MBWDC summer evening parade Aug. 16, 2024, in Washington D.C.

Lt. Gen. Donovan was the first senior #SOF leader to host the #USMC parade.

[Marine Barracks Washington @MBWDC]

Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the precision, skill, and tradition of the United States Marine Corps in this stunning setting. We look forward to seeing you there!

Note: In case of inclement weather, please check our page for updates.

[Marine Barracks Washington @MBWDC]

For the final two Sunset Parades —August 6 and August 13—our performance will start 15 minutes earlier at 6:45 p.m. to accommodate the earlier sunset times. Please adjust your plans accordingly to ensure you don’t miss any of the action!

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This iconic event is free and open to the public. No tickets are required, but space on and around the lawn is first-come, first-served. We recommend bringing a blanket or lawn chair for your comfort.

[U.S. Marines @USMC]

#MarineCorps Lt. Gen. Jerry Carter, the Deputy Commandant for Information, was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General at @MBWDC.

He was promoted by @CMC_MarineCorps, and he was pinned by (Ret.) Lt. Gen. Lori E. Reynolds and Mrs. Phyllis Stewart.

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We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and hope you will consider joining us for another Sunset or Evening Parade this summer.

Stay safe, and thank you for your understanding. Semper Fidelis.

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Due to impending inclement weather, we regret to inform you that this evening’s parade has been cancelled out of an abundance of caution. This decision is not taken lightly. The safety of our guests and Marines is our top priority.

[Marine Barracks Washington @MBWDC]

Join us tomorrow at 7 pm for a Sunset Parade at the Marine Corps War Memorial!

This 45-minute performance features "The Commandant's Own" U.S. Marine Drum & Bugle Corps and the esteemed Silent Drill Platoon.

The parade is free and open to the public — no tickets required!