28 Memorial Day Coloring Pages To Print

Memorial Day, celebrated on the last Monday of May, isn’t just the last day of school or the start of summer vacation. It is a day to remember the military personnel who passed away while serving the US armed forces and the nation, in a bid to keep us safe and free.

28 Memorial Day Coloring Pages

So remember and honor the fallen heroes with this collection of free printable Memorial Day coloring pages. Each of these illustrations, be it tributes at military cemeteries or American flag waving high or symbols like poppies or saluting soldiers, has a story to tell. To get these coloring pages for free, all you need to do is click on the image of your choice and either download or print to your heart’s content. So set up your coloring station and let your imagination soar.

1. American Soldier Coloring Page

This black and white coloring picture depicts a US soldier wearing a combat helmet with an image of a red poppy in front of him. It looks like this brave soldier died fighting for his country, and the military is paying tribute to him on Memorial Day.

2. Memorial Day Coloring Sheet

I’m pretty sure this coloring sheet featuring one soldier with a rifle and another one blowing a trumpet will pique children’s curiosity regarding the US Army and its contribution to the nation. So take it as an opportunity to introduce the workings of the army through this coloring page.

3. American Force and Waving Flag

This Memorial Day coloring image pays tribute to the American Air Force on Memorial Day, with the waving American flag adding a patriotic touch to it. Children can use this coloring sheet to color in their class, decorate their classrooms, or display it in the halls of the school.

4. Salute

Here’s a black and white, Memorial Day-themed coloring page designed for children. It’s a patriotic illustration featuring a silhouette of a soldier giving a salute and a huge star with the American flag printed on it in the background

5. A Soldier Raising The Flag

This is a cute coloring sheet of a soldier raising the United States flag on Memorial Day. This easy coloring sheet in cartoon style is simply perfect for preschoolers. They will enjoy filling in the balloons along with the flag.

6. A Soldier’s Tombstone

This solemn and somber coloring sheet was designed by me to honor the US military fallen heroes. It features a soldier’s tombstone with a bouquet and an American flag placed near it.

7. In The Memory Of Our Soldiers

This coloring sheet evokes honor and remembrance in a solemn sense. It depicts a military graveyard honoring the fallen soldiers on Memorial Day. The American Flag flying high on a staff is adding a patriotic element to the image.

8. Iwo Jima

This coloring sheet is inspired by the Iwo Jima memorial, which is a sculpture inspired by the World War II photograph of 6 US military personnel raising the American flag on top of Mount Suribachi on Iwo Jima’s Pacific island. You can use this coloring sheet to share some historical facts about World War II with your child.

9. Little Girl Remembering Her Loved One

This is an emotional coloring page of a young girl visiting the grave of a military personnel. The tomb is probably of her uncle’s, and she has come to pay tribute to his valor on Memorial Day.

10. Happy Memorial Day

Here’s a 3D style Memorial Day image rendered in black outline for coloring purposes.

11. 2025 Memorial Day Coloring Page

This coloring sheet has an outline of the United States map with the text “Memorial Day” written in bold, intended to be filled in. There is also a calendar with May 26th written on it, as Memorial Day will fall on the 26th this year.

12. Memorial Day Black And White Image

This is a neat and patriotic Memorial Day themed coloring sheet with the silhouette of a uniformed service member performing a salute. The lower part of the image is composed of stars and stripes, stylized on the American flag.

13. Soldier’s Helmet And Poppy Flower

This richly detailed coloring sheet combines both patriotic and commemorative symbols. The background is the semi-circular American flag, and in the foreground are a poppy flower and a combat helmet. Red poppy flowers are worn on Memorial Day to remember and honor those who have sacrificed their lives for the country.

14. Memorial Day Coloring Page

This coloring sheet features the poppy flower, a symbol of remembrance of the US military personnel who have passed away in the war. Ensure that you use red for the poppies to maintain the sanctity of the holiday.

15. Silhouette Of An Army Man

This coloring page features a silhouette of an army personnel saluting those who passed away. The image is surrounded by a half-wreath of poppy flowers, which symbolize remembrance. If you want, you can draw a full image of this military personnel.

16. US Map Coloring Page

This powerful coloring sheet features an outline of the United States Map with the flag of the country drawn on it. Resting on it is the grave of a military serviceman with a symbolic battlefield cross, a military helmet, and a rifle.

17. Helmet And Flags

This is a simple illustration of the US flag and a soldier’s helmet. If you are a parent or a teacher, you can make use of this coloring sheet to teach about those who are currently serving in the army and those who have lost their lives fighting for the country valiantly.

18. In Memory Of Many, In Honor Of All

Here’s another Memorial Day coloring sheet conveying the message of honor and remembrance. It features a five-pointed star with the American flag stars and stripes on it. The ribbon wrapped around the star has the text “In memory of man, in honor of all” written on it. There are even laurel sprigs in this image, which symbolize honor, peace, and victory.

19. Nor Shall Their Story Be Forgotten

This is a vintage style Memorial Day coloring sheet featuring a medallion with an eagle on top and a floral wreath in the background, which has the text inside “Nor Shall Their Story Be Forgot”. There’s even a vertically draped ribbon, which kids are supposed to fill in red, white, and blue colors, the colors of the American flag.

20. Memorial Day Homage

In this coloring page, we see army personnel in a military cemetery paying homage to the fallen soldiers on Memorial Day.

21. Memorial Day Parade

Here’s a cute illustration of a Memorial Day parade near the White House. If you want, you can even organize a parade in your neighborhood to celebrate the spirit of the day. If possible, come in military uniforms and carry an American flag with you.

22. Military Personnel Paying Tributes

This illustration perfectly captures the solemnity and pride of this holiday in the most vivid details. It features three soldiers saluting the graves of the fallen heroes.

23. Military Boots And Dog Tags

Here’s another coloring picture offering a heartfelt tribute to those who have served and sacrificed for the nation. It features a pair of boots worn by the US soldiers and dog tags hanging from the laces, representing the sacrifice and identity of the soldier.

24. Soldier Salute

This coloring page shows three soldiers of different branches saluting with military headgear placed in the foreground and a US flag in the background. Children can include this coloring sheet in their Memorial Day-themed activities in school or coaching.

25. Soldier With American Flag

This coloring sheet showcases the courage and dedication of the military personnel in a child-friendly way. It features a smiling soldier holding the American flag. The gravestone in the background serves as a reminder of the fallen soldiers, and the stars and fireworks contribute to the respectful atmosphere of the holiday.

26. Tombstone Of A Soldier

Here’s another poignant coloring page honoring the brave people who have lost their lives serving the country. It features a tombstone of a soldier draped in the American flag with the words “Remember and Honor” written on it. The red roses flanking the sides of the tombstone symbolize mourning, love, and remembrance.

27. In Memory Of Our Heroes

Pictured in the coloring image is Lady Liberty in a flowing gown and a crown on her head, paying tribute to the fallen heroes. This coloring sheet serves as a perfect opportunity for children to learn about the history of this holiday through an engaging activity.

Of late, I have been seeing people celebrate the day with fireworks, trips to beaches, BBQs, and parades. Not saying they are not doing anything wrong or illegal, but the core sentiment of this holiday is to honor the people who fought hard to protect the country and its people. So if you’re a parent reading this article, make the children understand the value of this day, and don’t hesitate to take the help of these coloring pages for the same. I would love to know your views on it. Share with all of us in the comment section below.

28. Memorial Day 2025 Coloring Page

Did you know, Memorial Day was held on the 30^th of May, regardless of what day of the week it was? Now, it’s observed on the last Monday of May. This year, Memorial Day will fall on the 26^th of May. So how do you plan to pay tribute to our fallen heroes?

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