California Veteran's Day Events

Veteran's Day Offers

Californians celebrate Veteran's Day in nearly every city and community throughout the state. The events take place on November 11 and surrounding days to honor U.S. veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

Veterans Day National Ceremony is held annually on November 11th, with one national service at Arlington National Cemetery. It starts with a wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns and continues inside the Memorial Amphitheater with a parade of colors by veterans' organizations.

The day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country's service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations, said President Woodrow Wilson when he declared the first celebration would be called Armistice Day. Congress amended it in 1954, replacing "Armistice" with "Veterans."  

Veterans Day 2024

ALHAMBRA: Veterans Day November 11, 2024, 10-11:30 a.m. to be celebrated at Alhambra Park. The annual veterans ceremony at the Veterans Memorial in Alhambra Park, 500 N. Palm Ave. The City of Alhambra and American Legion Post 139  host the annual ceremony which includes continental breakfast at 10 a.m. followed by the ceremony at 11 a.m.  The public is welcome. cityofalhambra.org

AMERICAN CANYON: Veterans Day November 11, 2024, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. City of American Canyon Community Center Gym, 100 Benton Way. Includes presentation, invocation and guest speakers. Keynote Speaker, Student performances, veterans service organization booths, and refreshments, Free, cityofamericancanyon.org

ANAHEIM: Veteran's Day Flags of Honor November 8-11, 2024, at Eucalyptus Park in Anaheim Hills. Remembrance Ceremony November 10, 2024, 10 a.m. 200+ U.S. flags stand in solemn formation to honor our heroes. The flags fly for three days so visitors can walk through the field to read the posted dedications attached to each flag. Location: 100 N. Quintana Drive, Anaheim, CA. Free, Sponsored by Anaheim Rotary Club. facebook.com/ AnaheimHillsRotaryClub/

ANAHEIM: Veteran’s Day Tribute, November 11, 2024 (must confirm), at  241 S. Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA. Annual event normally taking place on Nov.11.  anaheim.net/ 1626/ Veterans-Tribute

ANTIOCH: Rivertown Veterans Day Parade memorial at the Antioch Marina November 11, 2024. Pancake Breakfast at the Antioch Veterans Memorial, 5 Marina Plaza, L Street  at 8 a.m. is hosted by the Antioch Rivertown Veterans Lions Club.  Veteran's Day Ceremony starts at 9:30 a.m. The Parade starts at 11 a.m. at the Marina heads east on Second Street.   deltaveteransgroup.org

ARTESIA: Veterans Day Celebration November 9, 2024, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in Artesia Park at Veterans Memorial. Music, a Veteran's Breakfast (free while supplies last), display booths, kids area, vehicle display of a Vietnam era Huey Helicopter, and an Air Force Flyover! Honored guest speaker for the event is Retired U.S. Army Major Ed Choi, a Purple Heart and Bronze Star recipient.   Location: 18750 Clarkdale Ave., Artesia, CA cityofartesia.us

ATASCADERO: Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial November 11, 2024 at 11 a.m. Live music and a community BBQ hosted by Kiwanis follow the ceremony. visitatascadero.com

AUBURN: Veterans Day Parade  Honoring Cold War Veterans 1945 - 1991, November 11, 2024, 10:50 a.m. Parade begins at the corner of Lincoln Way and Cleveland Street and proceeds down Lincoln Way. The parade will pause at the Central Square at 11 a.m. There will be a brief patriotic ceremony with the release of doves, followed by a fly-over (weather permitting), a three volley rifle salute followed by TAPS. The parade resumes onto High Street and end at the Gold Country Fairgrounds. auburnveteransparade.org

AVALON: Veterans Day Ceremony, November 11, 2024, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Pebbly Beach.  The Avalon VFW will host a Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park in Avalon. The event includes a Presentation of the Colors by the VFW Post 4682 Honor Guard, and guest speakers. cityofavalon.com

BAKERSFIELD: Veterans Day Parade and Celebration November 11 , 2024, 10 a.m. outside KGET studios at 21st and L Streets, then heads west on 21st Street, south on G Street, then east on 20th Street. American Legion breakfast 6 a.m. Post 26 ( Veteran's eat free) Flag Raising Ceremony 8 a.m. at Veteran's Memorial Truxtun & S St. Veteran's Day Parade 10 a.m. Lunch served after parade (Veteran's eat free)  eagleinfaith@gmail.com

BALDWIN PARK: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 1 p.m. honoring all Veterans from the community during a very special ceremony.  Held at Morgan Park, Morgan Park, Cesar E. Chavez Amphitheater, 4100 Baldwin Park.  Free, baldwinpark.com

BEAUMONT: Veterans Day Celebration & Parade November 11, 2024,  10 a.m. Parade begins at Beaumont & 12th St. and ends at the Beaumont Civic Center, 550 E. 6th Street where the ceremony takes place at 11 a.m. All welcomed! Free, beaumontca.gov

BELLFLOWER: Veteran's Day Ceremony November 7, 2024, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. The public is invited to join in and honor those who have served. Veteran's Memorial, 9918 Flower St., Bellflower, CA. bellflower.org

BREA: Brea Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 10-11 a.m. at Brea Veterans Memorial.  Join the Brea community t0 pay tribute to all military heroes, including veterans, active duty and those that made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. Location: Civic & Cultural Center. 1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, CA. Free, breaspecalevents.com

BRENTWOOD: Brentwood Veterans Day Parade November 10, 2024, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. in Downtown Brentwood included veterans and veteran-owned businesses. Civilians can participate by signing up for the Flag Walk. brentwoodca.gov

BUENA PARK: Veterans Honor Luncheon November 6, 2024, 12 p.m.  Location: Ehlers Event Center, 8150 Knott Ave., Buena Park, CA buenapark.com

BURBANK: Veterans Day Ceremony and War Memorial Dedication November 11, 2024, 10:15 a.m. concert with Burbank Community Band and flyover by Condor Squadron;  11 a.m. ceremony at McCambridge Park War Memorial (at the corner of Amherst & San Fernando) Cost: Free Event, burbankca.gov

CARLSBAD: Veterans Day Parade and Military Review presented by Army & Navy Academy.  November 11, 2024,  tribute to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our nation in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force, and Coast Guard. Location: 2605 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad, CA. Free, armyandnavyacademy.org

CARMEL: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. Ceremony held in Devendorf Park on Ocean Avenue, honoring our veterans, sponsored by the Carmel by the Sea chapter of the American Legion.  alpost512carmel.org | posted on carmelcalifornia.com

CARSON: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. held in Veterans Park. Keynote speech. Location: 2400 Moneta Ave, Carson, CA. Free, ci.carson.ca.us

CASTRO VALLEY: Veterans Day Program November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. at Castro Valley Veterans Memorial, 3567 Quail Ave.  Veterans of Castro Valley welcome you to cerebrate our Veterans Past and Present with a full program, including Military Honors.  Special remembrance events are held every Veterans Day at 11 a.m. The public is invited. Veterans are encouraged to wear their uniforms or other clothing that distinguishes them as military veterans.

CERRITOS : Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 10 a.m.  The community is invited to attend the City of Cerritos Veterans Day Ceremony  near the Cerritos Veterans Memorial in the Cerritos Civic Center. Patriotic selections performed by the Cerritos College Community Band, City Council and dignitary comments, wreath laying, and a moment of silence. In addition, children's patriotic crafts will be offered. Parking is available at the Civic Center.Parking is available at the Civic Center. Event will occur rain or shine. Location: 18125 Bloomfield Ave., Cerritos,  CA.  Free, cerritos.us

CHOWCHILLA: VFW Veterans Commemoration Ceremony   on November 11, 2024, 11 a.m.- 12:p.m. Veterans Memorial Park, 600 W. Robertson Blvd. Veterans Ceremony is held to pay tribute to the men and women that have given their service to our country. The public is encouraged to attend. The event is co-sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars & VFW Ladies Auxiliary and American Legion. Free, cityofchowchilla.org

CLAREMONT: Veterans Day Ceremony 11 a.m. at Memorial Park. The keynote speaker is General (Ret.) Austin Scott Miller. Location: 840 N. Indian Hill Boulevard, Claremont, CA.  ci.claremont.ca.us 

COLTON: Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 10 a.m.  Honor and celebrate our Colton Veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces.  Parade starts on  O Street, Head North and end at 'D' Street. Light refreshments  at the Colton Downtown Paseo, located at 135 West Valley Boulevard. Honor Ceremony immediately following the parade at Fleming Park, 525 N. La Cadena Drive. Free, ci.colton.ca.us

COMMERCE: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 9 a.m. at Commerce City Hall. Ceremony followed by light refreshments. Location:2535 Commerce Way, Commerce, CA. Free, (323) 887-4434

COSTA MESA: Salute to Veterans November 9, 2024, 12-3 p.m.  Swing dancing and musical performances, arts & crafts, a cookie decorating contest, opportunities to connect with local veterans' organizations, free hot dogs and drinks, and more!  The community is invited to this free event. Location: OC Fair & Event Center - Heroes Hall, 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, CA. Free. ocfair.com 

CUPERTINO: Veterans Day Memorial Event November 11, 2024, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Cupertino Veterans Memorial Veterans Memorial at Memorial Park, Mary Ave & Stevens Creek. Line up: Invocation with Chaplain Richard Veit US Army Viet Nam Combat Veteran | National Anthem by  Reyna Padron, Police Cadet, on Violin | Speakers Major General Tracy Smith, USA Commanding General 63rd Readiness Division; and Former Navy Seal Team 5 Captain CDR Tom Deitz (USN, Ret) Leadership by Example | Taps by SGT Sam Grinels, USMC | Music by West Bay Community Band. Location: 10110 Parkwood Drive, Cupertino, CA.  cupertinoveteransmemorial.org

DANA POINT: P0st 9934 Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ladies Auxiliary and the City invite the public on November 11, 2024, 10 a.m. (must confirm time) at Strands Vista Park, 34201 Selva Rd. Free, vfwpost9934.org

DIAMOND BAR: Veterans Celebration  November 7, 2024, 9-11 a.m. at Diamond Bar Center, 1600 Grand Ave. includes patriotic musical performances and light refreshments. Attendance is free and open to everyone,  diamondbarca.gov/specialevents

DOWNEY: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 10-11 a.m. at The Columbia Memorial Space Center 12400 Columbia Way. The City of Downey will be holding its annual Veterans Day Ceremony. City officials will be present to take part in this special event and the public is invited to attend to help honor and pay tribute to those who have served our Country. downeyca.org

DUARTE: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 9 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Thorsen Park, honoring all who served. Location: Thorsen Park, 2801 Huntington Drive. Seating available at the ceremony and refreshments, donated by the Duarte Kiwanis Club will be served immediately after the ceremony. accessduarte.com

EL CERRITO: El Cerrito Flag Ceremony November 11, 2024, 8 a.m. at Sunset View Cemetery. Join El Cerrito Lions Club for a brief ceremony in honor of veterans and the annual Veterans Day placement of flags on the graves of those who served. Coffee, juice, and doughnuts. Location: 101 Colusa Ave. 

ELK GROVE: Elk Grove Veterans Day Parade  & Picnic. Join Cosumnes CSD and the Elk Grove American Legions  with a ceremony, parade, and community picnic.  10 am ceremonial Reading of the Names to commemorate the community's service men and women at Cosumnes CSD Administration Building, 8820 Elk Grove Blvd.  The parade  begins at 11:11 am at  Cosumnes CSD Administration Building, 8820 Elk Grove Blvd. Travel east on Elk Grove Blvd. Turn right and head south along Elk Grove-Florin Road Turn right into Elk Grove Park and end there. Community Picnic Immediately following the parade Elk Grove Park, 9950 Elk Grove-Florin Road, Picnic sites 9A & 9B Open to the public First come, first served. cosumnescsd.gov/ 1370/Veterans-Day-Parade

FAIRFIELD: Veterans Day Parade "Never Forget, Forever Honor" & Commemoration Ceremony November 11, 2024 at 10 a.m.  At 10 a.m. listen to a patriotic concert  hosted by Travis Air Force Base and conducted by the Fairfield/Suisun City American Legion Reams Post 182. It kicks off inside the Downtown Theatre located at 1035 Texas Street. The Veterans Day Parade assembles at 12:30 p.m. at Webster and Kentucky Street. The parade route: Kentucky Street to Great Jones then turn up Texas Street to Washington. visitfairfieldca.com

FALLBROOK: Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Parade begins at 10 a.m. at corner of Fallbrook Street and Main Avenue, and ends at Alvarado Street. At 11 a.m. there's a ceremony at Village Square. At 12 p.m. Noon veterans can attend a free lunch at VFW Post 1925.  Fallbrook, CA. Free, fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org

FOLSOM: Wayne Spence Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 9 a.m. Starts at E. Bidwell Street from Montrose Drive, heading westbound on E. Bidwell Street, then northbound on Coloma Street to Natoma Street. At the Folsom Lions Park the parade concludes with a brief ceremony at the Veterans Memorial in Folsom City Lions Park. 3,000 participants include marching bands, floats, classic cars, riders on horseback, color guard and more. Free, folsom.ca.us

FOUNTAIN VALLEY: Veteran's Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 10 a.m. at Veteran's Park. Location: 17635 Los Alamos Street, Fountain Valley, CA. Free, fountainvalley.gov

FRESNO: Veterans Day Parade, Largest Veterans Day Parade on the West Coast marks 105 years on November 11, 2024, 11:11 a.m. in front of Fresno City Hall. Pre-program starts at 10 a.m. The goal is to honor all of our service men and women in a huge show of appreciation each year. In 2024 the parade offers a special salute to the United States Navy! centralvalleyvdp.org

FULLERTON: Fullerton Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony November 11, 2024, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
The parade begins at Harbor Blvd and Wilshire Avenue at 10:30 a.m. The parade goes north on Harbor Blvd and culminates at the Hillcrest Park Great Lawn at 1200 N. Harbor Blvd. The ceremony is held next to the War Memorial at 11 a.m. The program consists of songs, prayers, inspirational messages, and other remembrances to honor those who served their country through military service. The event hosted by the American Legion Post 142 is free and all are welcome to attend. cityoffullerton.com

GRAND TERRACE: The City of Grand Terrace Veterans Day Celebration November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. The Veterans Wall of Freedom Organization and the Foundation of Grand Terrace present the Veterans Wall of Freedom at 21950 Pico Street.  The Veterans Day Celebration will salute veterans who have served or are serving in the United States military. The Veterans Wall of Freedom was dedicated on Veterans Day 2016. The monument spells out the word FREEDOM in six-foot block letters with over 1600 granite plaque spaces for veterans covering the front of the letters. veteranswalloffreedom.org

GREENVILLE: Annual Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. The parade begins on Main Street and crosses Highway 89 with the ceremony being held on Main Street, Greenville, CA. Free hot dog lunch, dessert and bingo after the parade sponsored by Wolf Creek Blue Star Mothers. Free, eventbrite.com or indianvalleychamber.org

HAWAIIAN GARDENS: Veteran's Day Commemoration November 8, 2024, 8-10 a.m. at C. Robert Lee Activity Center, 21815 Pioneer Blvd., Hawaiian Gardens, CA. Free, hgcity.org

HAYWARD:  Veterans Day Ceremony November 9, 2024, 1-2 p.m. at Lone Tree Cemetery. Location: 24591 Fairview Avenue, Hayward, CA. Public invited, lonetreecemetery.com

HOLLISTER: Veteran's Day Parade November 11, 2024, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Schedule: 11 a.m. Veterans Appreciation Ceremony and Banner Presentation at Veteran's Memorial Building Plaza. 12 p.m. Noon BBQ Lunch $15 & veterans are free! 1:30 p.m. Veteran's Day Parade in Downtown Hollister. Come downtown to celebrate and remember the courageous men and women of the armed forces who protect and serve the nation. downtownhollister.org

HOLTVILLE: Veterans Day Parade November 2, 2024.  10 a.m. Free Breakfast for all Veterans 7:30-9 a.m. at American Legion, 225 W. 6th Street. Veteran's Day Parade at 10 a.m. on 5th Street from Walnut Ave. to Pine Ave, Farmer's Market goes 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Holt Park, 121 W. 5th St. Free, holtville.ca.gov

HUNTINGTON BEACH: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. at Pier Plaza. The event includes a flag ceremony, music and dignitary speeches. Join the City of Huntington Beach and American Legion Huntington Beach Post 133. All are welcome to honor our Vets. Location: Pacific Coast Highway at Main Street, paid parking at Huntington City Beach next to Huntington Beach Pier.  hbpost133.com

IRVINE: Veterans Day November 11, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Colonel Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park. The City of Irvine hosts a special ceremony in the Formal Garden to pay tribute to our nation’s troops past and present. The event is free and open to the public. Location: 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine, CA. Free, cityofirvine.org/ specialevents or call 949-724-6606.

IRWINDALE: Veterans Day Ceremony - November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. at Veterans Memorial. Location: 5050 N. Irwindale Avenue, Irwindale, CA. Join the city in honoring Irwindale Veterans at the annual Veterans Day Ceremony. Free, irwindaleca.gov

JACKSON: Jackson Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Downtown Jackson, Jackson, CA. According to the City of Jackson, this event begins every November 11 at 11 a.m. in Downtown Jackson.  ci.jackson.ca.us

LAGUNA NIGUEL: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Sea Country Senior & Community Center, 24602 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel, CA Free, cityoflagunaniguel.org

LA HABRA: Veterans Day Program November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. at Community Center, 101 W. La Habra Blvd. The formal part of the program starts at 11 a.m.  All are invited to attend this free event, lahabracity.com, (562) 383-4200.  

LAKE ELSINORE: Veterans Day Observance Ceremony November 11, 2024, 9-10:30 a.m. at Lake Elsinore Stadium, 500 Diamond Drive. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to attend this event that honors those who have selflessly and bravely served our country to protect and maintain our freedom. Recent Veteran Memorial Brick honorees will be announced and unveiled at the event. Honor a Veteran and purchase a personalized engraved brick at the City's Veterans Memorial. Free ceremony, lake-elsinore.org

LAKE FOREST: 35th Annual Veterans Day Program November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. at El Toro Memorial Park.  provided by the South Coast Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution Color Guard,  Veterans and Blue & Gold Star Mothers,  wreath presentation,  VFW Edward J. Kearns Post 6024 honor guard firing salute, vocalist John Huntington, and Amazing Grace on the bagpipes by Richard Cook. Rain or shine. Questions (949) 951-9102. 25751. Location: 25752 Trabuco Road, Lake Forest, CA. Free, public invited,  occemeterydistrict.com

LA PUENTE: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 9 a.m. at La Puente City Hall. Help honor the brave men and women who have selflessly served and sacrificed for our nation. Questions: (626) 855-1550. Location: 15900 Main St., La Puente, CA. Free, lapuente.org/ veterans-day-ceremony-2/

LA QUINTA: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 9-11 a.m. at La Quinta Civic Center Courtyard. All invited, free.   Location: 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA. laquintaca.gov

LA VERNE: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. at Veterans Hall, 1550 Bonita Ave., Free, cityoflaverne.org

LAWNDALE: Annual Field of Honor November 7-12, 2024 at Lawndale Civic Center, 14717 Burin Avenue, Lawndale, CA 90260 Flags fly in tribute to Veterans, those currently serving in the Armed Forces and those who died defending our nation on battlefields far from home. healingfield.org

LEMOORE: 11th Annual Veterans Day Parade "Heroes Welcome" November 11, 2024, 6-8 p.m. in Downtown Lemoore. The Parade honors all who served. The route is on D Street between Follett Street and Hill Street. Floats, lights and sounds encouraged. Hosted by the American Legion Post 100. Free, facebook.com/CityofLemoore/

LOMITA: Veteran's Day Ceremony in Veteran's Park, November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. (approx.) Location: 257th Street & Walnut. Free, lomita.com

LONG BEACH: Veterans Day Festival November 9, 2024, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Houghton Park. Food trucks, live music and this year Beach Streets open streets event is held in conjunction with Veterans Day event to make for more attendance as bikes, blades and pedal power takes over. The Veterans Hub of this mega event features Grand Marshal JB Jaso, Mr. Quick DJ sets, Flyovers with historic aircraft  at 2 p.m., food trucks and a beer garden,  boot camp style obstacle course, Skate Zone with skate park demos and skateboarding lessons by Skate Dogs Kids Zone with live performances by the Bob Baker Marionette Theater and DJ Mike, plus the Aquarium of the Pacific's Aquarium on Wheels. Veterans Recognition Ceremony at 2 p.m. Location: Houghton Park near Veterans Valor Plaza, 6301 Myrtle Ave., Long Beach, CA. Free, longbeach.gov

LOS ANGELES: Forest Lawn Veterans Day Celebration November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. Keynote speaker, patriotic music, family friendly performances and light refreshments, public invited. Location: 6300 Forest Lawn Drive, Los Angeles, CA.  forestlawn.com

MANHATTAN BEACH: Veterans Day Multi-Generation Ceremony November 11, 2024, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Manhattan Beach Veterans Monument, Ardmore and Valley Drive. Entertainment, guests and dignitaries, Presentation of the Colors by the Manhattan Beach Police Department Honor Guard, Singing of the National Anthem, The Pledge of Allegiance and Keynote Address. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. citymb.info

MARTINEZ: Contra Costa County Veterans Day Ceremony  November 5, 2024, 11 a.m. at Board of Supervisors Chambers where the Board  will honor the Port Chicago sailors and their families. Martinez, CA. contracosta.ca.gov

MARYSVILLE: Yuba-Sutter Veterans Day Parade "Supporting Our Troops, Past, Present and Future" November 11, 2024, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The parade route follows D Street in Historic Downtown Marysville like this: Starts at 7th Street on D Street, making a left turn across 3rd Street, then left down C Steet. Breakfast 7-10 a.m. at Elks Lodge; BBQ Lunch following parade at River's Edge Pub.  facebook.com/ yubasutterveteransdayparade/

McCLELLAN: Veterans Day Open Cockpit at McClellan Park November 11, 2024, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Explore the cockpits of historic aircraft and learn about their fascinating history. Celebrate and honor our veterans while gaining a deeper appreciation for their service. Location: Aerospace Museum of California, 3200 Freedom Park Drive, McClellan, CA. $17, veterans free admission, aerospaceca.org

MERCED: Merced County Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 11 a.m., Parade begins at 12 p.m.  The parade, which began in 1960, travels along Main Street in downtown Merced, starting at Calimyrna Avenue and ending at O Street. All entries honor the military veterans of Merced County.  co.merced.ca.us/1585/Veterans-Day-Parade

MERCED: Field of Honor November 9-16, 2024, 1-6 p.m. Includes $ Run for the Fallen 5K, 10K at Merced College on 11/10 and Veterans Parade on 11/11. Free, mercedfieldofhonor.org/

MILPITAS: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 9-10 a.m. Held to honor men and women who have served for the cause of America's freedom, show your appreciation for all veterans. Light refreshments will be served following the ceremony, rain or shine. Location: Veterans Plaza at Milpitas City Hall 455 E. Calaveras Blvd. between City Hall & Community Center. ci.milpitas.ca.gov

MISSION VIEJO: Veterans Day Observance November 11, 2024, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Norman P. Murray Community Center. Keynote speaker Colonel Charles Readinger, Commanding Officer of Headquarter Battalion, First Marine Division and guest speaker retired Senior Chief, United States Navy, Gary Tegel; patriotic songs; presentation of colors by the Marine Color Guard; three-volley rifle salute; taps; sign language interpretation. Outdoor reception in the Veterans Plaza after ceremony. Location: 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA. Free, cityofmissionviejo.org/ events/ veterans-day-observance-1

MORAGA: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 9-10 a.m. at Moraga Commons Veterans Memorial with speakers and free refreshments. Join Moraga Boy Scout Troops 212, 234 and 246 at  1425 St. Marys Road, Moraga. moraga.ca.us

MURRIETA: Field of Honor November 9-16, 2024 at Town Square Park.  Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 10 a.m. Starts with National Anthem, possibly a flyover, too. Ivy & Washington, B Street to Town Square, Murrieta, CA  murrietaca.gov

NEWPORT BEACH: Veterans Day BBQ November 11, 2024, 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. at Post 291. The Funk Doctors Band performs, and BBQ is sold with a $20 deal featuring 2 meat options of BBQ Chicken, BBQ Ribs, Pulled Pork, Burger, Hot Dog and cole slaw, baked beans, potato salad. Location: 215 15th Street, Newport Beach, CA. No reservations, al291.com

ORANGE: Field of Valor November 9-15, 2024. Opening ceremony Nov.9, 2:30 p.m.; Marine Corps Birthday Nov.10, 10 a.m.; Veterans Day Ceremony Nov.11, 11 a.m.; all events at Handy Park. Flag sponsorship $35. Location: 2143 E. Oakmont Ave., Orange, CA. Free, communityfoundationoforange.org

OROVILLE: Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. Honors service men and women with a parade down Montgomery St. from 5th St. in historic Downtown Oroville to Oroville Veterans' for all of Butte County Memorial Park. See marching bands, floats, historic military vehicles and more. Join Exchange Club of Oroville in showing gratitude and support on this special day, honoring those who served. visitoroville.com/ veterans-day-parade.html

PALM SPRINGS: Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 3:30 p.m. The City of Palm Springs proudly presents the annual parade begins at Ramon Road and Palm Canyon Drive and heads northbound on Palm Canyon Drive to Alejo Road.

PALO ALTO: Veterans Day Recognition Event, "A Legacy of Loyalty and Serive"  November 11, 2024, 3-4 p.m.  The City of Palo Alto and Stanford University again partner Keynote Speaker: Congresswoman Anna Eshoo
Guest speakers: City of Palo Alto Mayor, Greer-Stone, and Stanford University Vice President and Chief External Relations Officer, Martin Shell. South Bay Blue Star Moms present a quilt to World War II Veteran Ernestine, Ernie Faxon, an American Legion member and third generation Palo Altan. Stanford University Department of Music soloist Nova Jimenez. A reception follows in the MacArthur Park Restaurant. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, cake, and company with other attendees. 
Parking is available in the adjacent parking lots to the Mac Arthur Park. Location: 3801 Miranda Ave., Palo Alto, CA. Free, public invited, cityofpaloalto.org

PASADENA: Veterans Day Celebration November 11, 2024, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. City Hall, Centennial Square. Flyover at 11:11 a.m.  All are invited to join the City of Pasadena and the Pasadena Veterans Day Committee to pay tribute to veterans in the community. Enjoy Guest speaker, displays of World War II memorabilia, children's arts and crafts, free food, Condor Squadron flyover, and more. Location: 100 N. Garfield Ave., Pasadena, CA. Free, cityofpasadena.net

PERRIS: Veterans Day Parade November 2, 2024, 9 a.m. on Downtown D Street Route. Entertainment starts at 9, parade begins at 10 a.m. Free, cityofperris.org

PETALUMA: Petaluma Veterans Day Parade and Flyover November 11, 2024, 12 p.m. Concert, 1 p.m. parade begins. Theme: Welcome Home to All Vietnam Veterans is a special tribute to armed forces who served from 1961 to 1975. Event begins with music in Walnut Park at 12 p.m. The parade starts at 1 p.m. Huey helicopters, tanks, and more than 100 entries offer pomp and circumstance. At 2:45 p.m. the service offers prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance and guest speakers at Walnut Park, 201 Fourth Street.  petalumaveteransparade.com

PICO RIVERA: Veterans Ceremony "A Salute to Our Armed Forces: Those Who Served and Those That Are Serving" November 11, 2024, 10 a.m. Pico Rivera Veterans Memorial & Eternal Flame, 9001 Mines Avenue. The City of Pico Rivera hosts Veterans Day Ceremony at the Pico Rivera Veterans Memorial Plaza and Eternal Flame. Federal, state and local officials attend along with members of Pico Rivera’s Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion posts. Free, pico-rivera.org

PINOLE: Veterans' Day Memorial and Flag Retirement Ceremony November 11, 2024, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Fernandez Park. Honor our veterans, past and present, living and deceased. Worn U.S. flags by the Boy Scouts will highlight the hour-long ceremony. Please bring your worn and tattered flags to the ceremony, where they will be retired with proper respect. There is no charge to retire a flag. facebook.com/cityofpinole

PLACENTIA: Annual Veterans Day Observance Ceremony November 11, 2024, 10 a.m. at Civic Center, 401 East Chapman Avenue. Special guest speakers, patriotic music, and the new Military Banner Recognition Program recipients will be included in the event program. In addition, the added service members to the veterans monument will be honored, and their name inscriptions will be unveiled. (714) 993-8211. placentia.org

PLEASANTON:  Tri-Valley Veteran's Day Parade (and Concert) November 3, 2024, 1 p.m. marches down Main Street. 27th annual parade theme in 2024 is Military Chaplains. Organized and hosted by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6298, American Legion Post 237 and the city of Pleasanton to honor all who serve or have served  in the nation's  armed forces, the parade includes military, equestrian, bands and around 70 groups. A patriotic concert with Pleasanton Community Concert Band follows the parade near Veterans Memorial Building. Address: 301 Main Street Pleasanton CA. Free, trivalleyvdp.com

PORTERVILLE: Veterans Day Parade "Never Forgotten"10 a.m. in Downtown Porterville. 106th annual parade, the longest running veterans day parade west of the Mississippi, is produced by American Legion Post 20 with additional sponsorship from city and other entitities. Free to see, Bob Atchley, 559-359-7932 or post20adj@gmail.com

PORTERVILLE: Veterans Day Run 5K/10K, November 11, 2024, 7:30 a.m. in front of City Hall, 291 N. Main Street, Porterville, CA. $28, $10 for veterans. Race starts downtown. ci.porterville.ca.us or runsignup.com

POWAY: Veteran's Day Ceremony in the Park. November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. Join VFW Post 7907 and the Poway Veterans Park Committee for a ceremony to honor those who selflessly served our Country. Location: 14134 Midland Road Poway, CA. Cost: Free. poway.org

REDLANDS: Redlands Veterans Day Celebration & Parade  November 11, 2024, 9 a.m. RHS on Redlands Blvd. and Citrus Ave. to Jennie Davis Park. Veterans Day Observance at Jennie Davis Park at 10:45 a.m. Celebration immediately follows with food vendors, beer garden with live music, fly overs, military vehicles, vendor booths and more. Hosted by American Legion Post 106 and Post 650.

RIVERSIDE: A Salute to Veterans Parade and Expo November 9, 2024, 10 a.m. Parade: starts near the Upper Parking lot at RCC. It makes its way down Magnolia Avenue turning right on 10th, then left on Main Street. The Expo is held at the end of the parade at John G. Gabbert Judicial Plaza, 3650 11th St.. Pancake Breakfast 7-9 a.m. at Lower RCC Parking Lot is fundraiser charging fee. Free to see, ​asalutetoveteran.org

ROHNERT PARK: Veterans' Day Celebration November 11, 2024, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Free admission. Rohnert Park Community Center, 5401 Snyder Lane. rpcommunityservices.org

SACRAMENTO: City of Sacramento Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. at The Parade begins at 11 a.m. at Crocker Museum on 216 O Street, Sacramento, traveling east on Capitol Mall, south-bound on 9th St., then to the east on N St., then north on 15th St., west on L St., and then south on 10th St. Six food trucks sell 'eats' after the parade. Free, calvac.org or cityofsacramento.org

SALINAS: Annual Monterey County Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 1-4 p.m.  Old Salinas South Main: Chestnut to Central Avenue. Opening ceremony begins at 1 p.m. and parade at 2 p.m. Over 25,000 people attend this amazing parade featuring 150 units, bands, equestrian units, military vehicles, war heroes and more.  Salinas, CA Free, montereycountyveteransdayparade.org

SAN BERNARDINO: Veterans Day Salute  November 11, 2024, 9 a.m. in front of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument at the Feldheym Library. Event includes veterans groups, presentations and music. sbcity.org/parks

SAN DIEGO: Veteran's Day Parade November 11, 2024, 10 a.m. on N. Harbor Drive. Route: The one mile route proceeds south on N Harbor Drive past a long row of grand stands, and past the Wyndham Bayside Hotel, and past the B Street Pier, to Broadway where the route turns left onto Broadway for one block to Pacific Highway, and turns right onto Pacific Highway to proceed south for two blocks to end at G Street and the Dismissal Area. sdvetparade.org

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY / PACOIMA: Veteran's Day Parade November 11, 2024, 11:11 a.m. San Fernando Mission Blvd. and Laurel Canyon Blvd. 2024 Grand Marshal Specialist 4 Edward Landin U.S. Army 1971-1973. Route: Corner of Laurel Canyon Blvd. and San Fernando Mission Blvd, proceed down Laurel Canyon Blvd.1.1 miles and culminate at the Ritchie Valens Recreation Center and Park, 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Pacoima, CA (corner of Laurel Canyon Blvd. and Paxton St.). This is the largest Veterans Day event for vets in Los Angeles County. sfvveteransdayparade.com

SAN GABRIEL: Veterans Day Ceremony November 9, 2024, 10-11 a.m.  at Plaza Park, 428 S. Mission Drive, San Gabriel,
CA. Brought to you by the City of San Gabriel and the San Gabriel Veterans Memorial Coalition. For additional information or questions call the Community Services Office at 626-308-2875 or email CommSrvInfo@sgch.org.

SAN JOSE: 106th Annual Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. Opening ceremony begins at 11 a.m. at the reviewing stands in front of Plaza de Cesar Chavez. Parade begins at 12 p.m., traveling from intersection of Almaden Boulevard and Santa Clara Street; Proceeds east on Santa Clara Street; Turns right onto Market Street passing Plaza de Cesar Chavez; Ends at San Carlos Street. Silicon Valley Chapter (SVC) of Military Officers is an affiliate of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) sjveteransparade.org

SANTA FE SPRINGS: Military Veterans Luncheon November 8, 2024, 11:30 a.m. Free event, register with City of Santa Fe Springs, santafesprings.org

SANTA MARIA: Freedom Monument Veterans Memorial Ceremony 23rd Anniversary November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. Pay  tribute to 113 Santa Maria Valley Veterans who died in conflicts from World War I through the latest wars on terrorism. Free Breakfast 10-10:45 a.m. The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce and the City of Santa Maria welcome you to a special Veterans Day event at the Freedom Monument Veterans Memorial, Location: In front of the Abel Maldonado Community Youth Center, 600 S. McClelland, Santa Maria, CA. Free, santamaria.com

SHASTA LAKE: Shasta Lake Lions Veterans Day Parade November 9, 2024, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Shasta Lake Lions 31st Annual Veteran's Day Parade, the second largest Veteran's Day Parade in California, begins with a pancake breakfast at the fire hall (7am), followed by the parade down Shasta Dam Blvd (10am), and concludes with a luncheon at the American Legion Hall. Location: Highway 51 and Shasta Dam Boulevard, Shasta Lake CA. facebook.com/ events/ 1692618844820365

SIMI VALLEY: Veterans Day at Ronald Reagan Presidential Library November 11, 2024, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Flyover by the Condor Squadron,  Abbe Road A Cappella, Wind Ensemble  10:30 a.m.; Iwo Jima Flag Raising 10:50 a.m.; Program honoring all branches of our nation's military, keynote speech by United States Marine Chief Warrant Officer-4 Randy Gaddo (Ret.) 11 a.m.; Reenactors from the Washington Artillery of New Orleans, Naval Base Ventura County Construction Battalion Vehicles on Display, and 'For The Troops' letters you can write 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, CA. Free admission to outdoor activities and ceremony (indoor museum requires ticket purchase).  RSVP on website: https://bit.ly/4dha7t7

STANTON: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 9 a.m. at Stanton Civic Center. You are invited to attend the Veterans Day Ceremony in honor of the men and women in our community that have served or are serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. A light breakfast is served. Location: 7800 Katella Avenue, Stanton, CA. Pre-registration required: StantonCA.gov/VeteransDay

TEMPLE CITY: Veterans Day Celebration November 11, 2024, 10:30 a.m. @ Temple City Park Honor our local heroes with a celebration that includes the Posting of Colors, live entertainment, and possibly a vintage aircraft flyover. Location: 9701 Las Tunas Dr. Temple City, CA 91780, ci.temple-city.ca.us

TUSTIN: Veterans Day Celebration and Car Show November 9, 2024, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Veterans Sports Park. Location: 1645 Valencia Ave., Tustin, CA. Free, tustinca.org/ 1272/ Veterans-Day-Celebration

VENTURA: Veterans Day Ceremony November 11, 2024, 11 a.m. at Ventura County Veterans Memorial. Distinguished speakers and a presentation honoring a local veteran from each military branch. Location: 800 South Victoria Avenue (Victoria Ave. & Telephone Rd.) Ventura, CA. Free,  gcvf.org/ veterans-day 

VICTORVILLE: Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony, November 11, 2024, 9-11 a.m. at 7th and Tracy. Parade begins at 9 a.m. in Old Town Victorville. Veterans Day Ceremony immediately follows the parade at 7th Street and Forrest Avenue at approx. 9:30 a.m. Victorville, CA. Free. victorvilleca.gov

YORBA LINDA: Brick Laying Veterans Day Memorial November 11, 2024, 2 p.m. at Yorba Linda Veterans Memorial. Keynote speaker US Marine Corps Veteran Adam Sikes, Mayor Tara Campbell,  Esperanza HS Army Junior ROTC presents the Colors,  Los Angeles Police Emerald Society Pipes and Drums, concluding with traditional Gold Star Roll Call and Taps. The event is open to the public; a large tent set up to provide shade; bringing your lawn chairs. Location: 4756 Valley View Ave., Yorba Linda, CA. Free, yorbalindaveteransmemorial.com

 

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