Here’s What To Do During Memorial Day Weekend In Amarillo

Memorial Day weekend is quickly approaching in Amarillo, and many will find themselves with a three day weekend. Many will have some friends over and fire up the grill or smoker, while others will look for things to simply keep them active.

As we do these things, it's a time to reflect on those that have served our great country and given us the freedom to be able to do these things. We must never forget those that lost their lives and thank those who actively serve, or have served in the past.

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With that said, there are several activities going on around Amarillo for Memorial Day weekend. Llano Cemetery will have the Caprock JROTC out there to give a performance, a flyover will take place, a cannon salute will be executed, as well as the raising of the flags.

There will also be 20 new flags placed with the already 232 that are lining the streets of the cemetery. This event will take place on Monday, May 27th.

If it's something fun and active you're looking for, look no further than Netplex where there will be a big pickleball tournament taking place. As you may or may not know, pickleball has taken the world by storm.

There will be tournaments going on all day, whether you're a beginner, intermediate player, or advanced, there will be tournaments for all levels of players. This will be a mixed doubles tournament and the cost if $13 to enter.

If pickleball isn't your thing, check out the myriad of other activities they'll have going on. There will be a ping pong tournament, disc golf, 3v3 basketball for the kiddos, as well as bouncy houses for the kids to jump in.

You can sign up for the pickleball tourney by clicking here.