Poppy Day is celebrated in countries around the world. The American Legion brought National Poppy Day® to the United States by asking Congress to designate the Friday before Memorial Day, as National Poppy Day.
Millions of American Legion Auxiliary poppies are distributed annually by ALA units, raising money for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families.
On the Friday before Memorial Day, wear a red poppy to honor the fallen and support the living who have worn our nation's uniform.
Observing Memorial Day