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National Veterans Day Events 2021

Veterans Day honors men and women from all branches of the military who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Originally called Armistice Day, Nov. 11th marks the the end of World War 1, which occurred on Nov. 11, 1918 at 11:00 a.m. In 1954, the holiday was renamed to Veterans Day to pay tribute to the veterans of all wars. Here is a list of some of the Veterans Day events happening across the United States including ceremonies, parades, and community events to commemorate this special day to honor those brave men and women.


Veterans Day Events

National Veterans Day Events

All Veterans Tribute Week – Emporia, KS
Nov. 1-11. The “Founding City” of Veterans Day hosts a multi-day event during November to pay tribute to veterans. The celebration includes veterans artist exhibits, Freedom Fest run, discussions, memorial services, a parade, and more.

New York City Veterans Day Parade – 5th Ave in Manhattan
The Nov. 11, 2021 parade will start between 12:00 and 12:30 and run until 3:00-3:30pm. The outdoor event will follow New York City and New York State COVID-19 protocols.

Navy Memorial – Washington DC
The Navy Memorial hosts the Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021 at 1:00pm ET. The ceremony will be held to honor in honor of all Veterans who have served.


New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Memorial – Holmdel, NJ
The annual Veterans Day Ceremony takes place on Nov. 11th at 11:00 am. The 2021 event will take place outside and is open to all.

Women in Military Service Memorial – Arlington, VA
The Women in Military Service for America Memorial hosts a special Veterans Day event on Nov. 11th to honor veterans with speakers, a wreath laying ceremony and more.

Veterans Day Celebration – Stanton, CA
Honor all veterans in a special ceremony held at Veterans Memorial Park in Stanton on Nov. 11th.

Veterans Day Ceremony – Brea, CA
The Brea Veterans Day Ceremony takes place at the Brea War Memorial at the Brea Civic and Cultural Center on Nov. 11 from 10 – 10:45 am.

Veterans Day Observance at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial – Washington, DC
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial observance ceremony takes place on Nov. 11th at 1:00 pm EST. The 2021 event will be in-person and online.

Veterans Day Program – Dana Point, CA
VFW Post 9934 hosts a Veterans Day Program at the Dana Point Veterans Memorial at 10:00 am on Nov. 11th. The event includes the unveiling of updated memorial plaques with the names of locals who have passed during the year.

Veterans Day Tribute – Anaheim, CA
The city of Anaheim honors all veterans at a ceremony held at the city’s Veterans Monument in Downtown Anaheim. The ceremony begins at 11:00 am on Nov. 11.

National Veterans Day Regional Sites – The Veterans Day National Committee recognizes select Veterans Day observances throughout the country that represent fitting tributes to America’s heroes serve as models for other communities to follow in planning their own observances.


Veterans Day Parades

Austin TX Veterans Day Parade – Downtown Austin Texas
*Cancelled for 2021* Parade begins at 9:30 am and travels from Ann Richards/Congress Avenue Bridge to the Texas State Capitol Building. A post-parade memorial ceremony begins at 11:00 am.

The Dallas Veterans Day Parade – Dallas, TX
The Dallas Veterans Day parade begins with the 11th Hour Ceremony at 11:00 am in front of city hall, followed by the parade. Viewing of military parade vehicles begins at 9:30 am.

Fullerton Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony – Fullerton, CA
Fullerton’s annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony is held at the Fullerton College Campus. The parade begins at the Fullerton Downtown Plaza at 10:20 am and ends at the college quad. There will be a placement of wreaths at the Veterans Memorial and the playing of Taps at 11 am.

Houston Veterans Day Parade – Houston, TX
The Veterans Day celebration begins with a ceremony at Houston City Hall, followed by the parade. Ceremonies begin at 10 am followed by the parade at 12:30 pm.

Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade – Palm Springs, CA
The annual parade kicks off at 3:30 p.m. on Palm Canyon Drive at Ramon Road and will be broadcast live on NBC Palm Springs.

Petaluma Veterans Day Parade – Walnut Park – Petaluma, CA – 11/11/21
Music in the gazebo at noon, parade begins at 1:00 pm, prayer, pledge, and program at the gazebo at 2:45 pm.

San Diego Veterans Day Parade – Downtown, San Diego
The San Diego Veterans Day Parade travels a one-mile route along N Harbor Drive past The Navy Pier and the USS Midway to Pacific Highway. Parade runs from 11:00 am -1 pm.

San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade – Pacoima, CA
The San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade is the largest Veterans Day event in LA County. The parade begins at 11:11 am. The parade ends at Ritchie Valens Recreation Center where attendees can enjoy a post-parade carnival.

US Military Veterans Parade – San Antonio, TX – Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019
*Cancelled for 2021* The San Antonio event includes an ROTC competition at 8:30 am and a wreath presentation ceremony at Alamo Plaza. The Veterans Parade begins at noon, ending at Milam Park with a celebration to include entertainment, crafts, vendors, and more.


Veterans Day Weekend Celebrations

Colonial Williamsburg – Williamsburg, VA
Free admission from Nov. 11 – 14 for all active duty Military, Reservists, Retirees, Veterans, National Guardsmen and their immediate dependents. Includes Admission to historic trades and sites, Admission to 2 art museums, and complimentary shuttle service.

Orange Field Of Valor – Orange, CA
Orange Field of Valor displays 1,776 American Flags to honor veterans and active duty military personnel. The event begins on Nov. 6th (4 pm – 8 pm) and runs for one week through Nov. 13th (10 am – 2 pm). Daily visitation is open from 10 am to 8 pm.


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