Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11, 2026, and communities across America are preparing parades, ceremonies, memorial observances and special motorcycle rides to honor the men and women who served. From the national ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery to hometown parades and biker-led tribute rides, here is a nationwide event guide for tomorrow.
Important: Event details can change. Confirm times, routes, registration requirements and weather updates with the organizer before traveling. Times below are local unless otherwise noted. This is a curated list of notable events, not a complete directory of every community observance.
Major Veterans Day parades and public ceremonies
Arlington, Virginia — National Veterans Day Ceremony
11:00 a.m. Eastern | Arlington National Cemetery
The national observance begins with the Presidential wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, followed by a ceremony inside the Memorial Amphitheater featuring a parade of colors by veterans’ organizations and remarks from dignitaries. The ceremony is open to the public. Official VA Veterans Day information.
New York City, New York — Veterans Day Parade
Fifth Avenue, Manhattan
The United War Veterans Council’s annual parade returns to Fifth Avenue on November 11. Check the organizer’s event page for the latest step-off time, staging and viewing information before heading into Manhattan. United War Veterans Council.
Birmingham, Alabama — 79th National Veterans Day Parade
1:00 p.m. Central | Downtown Birmingham
Birmingham hosts its 79th National Veterans Day Parade, a major annual observance featuring veterans, military units, bands and community organizations. National Veterans Day Foundation.
Houston, Texas — Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Parade
11:30 a.m. Central | Downtown Houston
Houston’s parade follows a morning Veterans Day ceremony at City Hall. The city’s event information lists the parade route beginning near Dallas and Bagby and continuing through downtown. City of Houston.
Phoenix, Arizona — 30th Annual Veterans Day Parade
11:00 a.m. Mountain | Third Street, McDowell Road to Indian School Road
The 30th anniversary parade has a new route for 2026, heading north on Third Street from McDowell Road to Indian School Road. Organizers advise spectators to arrive early and plan for street closures and limited parking. Phoenix parade route and information.
San Diego, California — Veterans Day Parade
10:00 a.m. Pacific | Harbor Drive waterfront
The San Diego parade travels along Harbor Drive near the waterfront, with the USS Midway area serving as a prominent gathering point. Check the USS Midway Museum for event-day updates and visitor information.
Jacksonville, Florida — Veterans Day Parade
11:01 a.m. Eastern | Downtown Jacksonville
The free public parade starts in front of the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts near Water and Hogan streets and ends at the Shipyards Parking Lot. The route is approximately 1.1 miles. City of Jacksonville parade details.
Albuquerque, New Mexico — Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony
9:00 a.m. Mountain parade | New Mexico Veterans Memorial Park
The parade begins at 9 a.m., with the parade finishing around 10 a.m. and the ceremony scheduled for 10:30 a.m. The event is free and open to the public. City of Albuquerque event schedule.
Fredericksburg, Virginia — Veterans Day Procession and Commemoration
10:30 a.m. Eastern procession | 11:00 a.m. commemoration
The procession travels along Washington Avenue before the public commemoration at the Fredericksburg Area War Memorial. The city says the event is free and open to the public. City of Fredericksburg event information.
Leavenworth County, Kansas — Veterans Day Parade
10:30 a.m. Central | Leavenworth
Organizers describe this as one of the nation’s oldest Veterans Day observances and the largest parade west of the Mississippi. The 2026 parade begins at 10:30 a.m. Leavenworth County Veterans Day Parade.
Veterans Day motorcycle rides and biker events
Motorcycle clubs, dealerships and independent riders are also marking the day with escorted rides, tribute runs, breakfasts and gatherings. These are the motorcycle-specific events we found listed for November 11. Some listings are organizer or event-calendar postings rather than government announcements, so riders should verify details directly before setting out.
West Long Branch, New Jersey — 19th Annual Veterans Day Freedom Ride
Registration: 8:30–10:00 a.m. | Kickstands up: 10:15 a.m.
Shoreline Harley-Davidson hosts its 19th annual Freedom Ride, starting at 136 Monmouth Road and traveling to the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Holmdel before returning. The event is open to riders and community members; no club membership is required. The organizer lists registration at $25 per rider and $10 per passenger, with a New Jersey State Police escort. Event details and registration information.
Mesa, Arizona — Hooligans for Heroes Veterans Day Ride
9:00 a.m. | 922 S. Country Club Drive, Mesa
A Veterans Day ride listed for Hooligans for Heroes is scheduled to meet in Mesa. Check the event listing or organizer for route, staging and participation details before departure. Motorcycle event listing.
Del City, Oklahoma — Sooner State A.B.A.T.E. Veterans Day Run to the Capitol
9:30 a.m. | Del City
Sooner State A.B.A.T.E. has a Veterans Day run to the Capitol listed for November 11, with a reported 9:30 a.m. gathering in Del City. Riders should confirm the meeting point, route and arrival plans with the organizers. Event listing.
Eugene, Oregon — Veterans Day Tribute Ride to Albany
10:00–11:30 a.m. | Eugene area
A Veterans Day tribute ride to Albany is listed on the ThrottleBuzz motorcycle events calendar. The listing provides the time window but riders should check the organizer’s page for the exact meetup location, route and weather updates. ThrottleBuzz event calendar.
Sedalia, Missouri — Veterans Day Breakfast at Yeager’s Cycle
8:00 a.m. | Yeager’s Cycle, Sedalia
Yeager’s Cycle has a Veterans Day breakfast listed for Wednesday morning. Contact the shop or check the event listing for meal details and whether registration is needed. Event listing.
Asheboro, North Carolina — Veterans Day Brunch at Cox’s Harley-Davidson
A Veterans Day brunch at Cox’s Harley-Davidson is listed for November 11. The public event calendar did not provide a confirmed start time in the listing we reviewed, so check with the dealership before traveling. Event listing.
Auburn, Massachusetts — Veterans Day Lunch at Sheldon’s Harley-Davidson
Noon–2:00 p.m. | Sheldon’s Harley-Davidson, Auburn
Sheldon’s Harley-Davidson is listed as hosting a free Veterans Day lunch with sandwiches, wraps, salad and chips. Confirm with the dealership before attending. ThrottleBuzz event listing.
North Hampton, New Hampshire — Heroes & Hoagies at Seacoast Harley-Davidson
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | Seacoast Harley-Davidson
Seacoast Harley-Davidson lists a Heroes & Hoagies gathering to thank veterans. Check with the dealership for food availability and any service-related requirements. Event listing.
London, Kentucky — Wildcat Harley-Davidson Veterans Appreciation Lunch
11:00 a.m. | Wildcat Harley-Davidson, 575 E. Hal Rogers Parkway
Wildcat Harley-Davidson has a Veterans Appreciation lunch listed for Wednesday. Confirm meal details and participation with the dealership. StateRide event calendar.
Other notable Veterans Day observances
- Washington, D.C.: Observances at the National World War I Memorial and other memorial sites. Check the National WWI Memorial and National Park Service for schedules.
- Kansas City, Missouri: Veterans Day observance at the National WWI Museum and Memorial. Museum event information.
- New Orleans, Louisiana: Veterans Day commemoration at the National WWII Museum. Museum website.
- Branson, Missouri: 94th Annual Veterans Day Parade. Check the Branson Chamber for event-day information.
- Tampa, Florida: Hillsborough County’s 62nd Annual Veterans Day Tribute. Check Hillsborough County for schedule and venue updates.
The VA’s official nationwide event list
The Department of Veterans Affairs and the Veterans Day National Committee selected 48 official regional observance sites in 24 states for 2026. The list includes communities in Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Mississippi, New York, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, Washington and more. See the VA’s complete list of 2026 regional sites and national ceremony information.
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From all of us at TVBikerDad, thank you to every veteran who served — and to the motorcycle community members who continue to show up for those who wore the uniform.
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