The nation's war dead are honored with a wreath-laying ceremony at 11am at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington National Cemetery followed by a memorial service. The president of the United States or a very high-ranking government official emcees. Military music is provided by a military band. The president lights the national Christmas tree to the accompaniment or orchestral and choral music. On three evenings after Christmas from 5 to 7pm, visitors can see the president's Christmas holiday decorations by candle-light.
String music enhances the tours.