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2025 Veterans Day Regional Sites: Honoring America’s Heroes Across the Nation

2025 Veterans Day Regional Sites: Honoring America’s Heroes Across the Nation

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Matthew Stanton

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Every year on November 11, our nation comes together to honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The Veterans Day National Committee (VDNC), alongside the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), leads this observance to ensure that every veteran — past and present — receives the recognition they deserve.

National Veterans Day Ceremony – Arlington National Cemetery

The National Veterans Day Ceremony will once again take place at Arlington National Cemetery. Beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET, the ceremony opens with a Presidential Wreath Laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, followed by a parade of colors presented by Veterans’ organizations and remarks from distinguished guests inside the Memorial Amphitheater. This solemn and unifying event serves as a powerful reminder of the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of our veterans.

VA-Recognized Regional Sites Across America

To ensure that the spirit of Veterans Day reaches every community, the VA and VDNC have approved 56 regional sites across 28 states to host official observances in 2025. These local ceremonies represent the heart of America’s gratitude — bringing together veterans, families, and citizens to celebrate service and freedom. Each VA-approved regional site receives:
  • Official Veterans Day posters
  • Military ceremonial support from the Department of War
  • A certificate from the Secretary of Veterans Affairs recognizing their contribution
If your community would like to join this initiative, you can apply to become a regional Veterans Day site for 2026. Please send an email to support@va.org

2025 Veterans Day Regional Sites by State

Below are the official VA-recognized Veterans Day sites for 2025.
If you can’t make it to one of these events, check your local veterans organizations, TV news outlets, or VA’s events calendar for other ceremonies happening nationwide.

Alabama
Huntsville • Birmingham • Mobile County • Montgomery

Alaska
Anchorage – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Arizona
Phoenix • Scottsdale

California
Beaumont • Palm Springs • Merced Field of Honor • Truckee

Colorado
Loveland • Colorado Springs • Veterans Memorial, Colorado Springs

Florida
Bunnell (Flagler County) • Oldsmar • Ponce Inlet (Volusia County) • Tampa

Georgia
Atlanta (Georgia Veterans Day Association) • Kennesaw • Covington (American Legion Post 77)

Indiana
Evansville (Oak Hill Cemetery)

Kansas
Leavenworth • Baldwin City

Maryland
Annapolis • Brunswick • Ocean Pines • Salisbury

Massachusetts
Bristol County • Fall River • Gardner

Michigan
Mio (Oscoda County)

Minnesota
Mankato (National Guard Armory)

Mississippi
Gulfport • Biloxi • Pass Christian • Long Beach

Missouri
St. Louis • St. Robert • Hollister • Poplar Bluff

Montana
Lincoln (Lewis & Clark County)

New Hampshire
Atkinson

New Jersey
Union County

New York
Stone Ridge (Stone Ridge Fire Company)

North Carolina
Jacksonville • Harnett County • Lillington

Oklahoma
Duncan • Langston City • Ponca City

Oregon
Douglas County • Roseburg

Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

South Carolina
North Charleston • Columbia (Mission BBQ)

Tennessee
Gatlinburg

Texas
Fort Worth (Tarrant County) • Central Texas (Killeen, Harker Heights, Copperas Cove)

Virginia
Farmville • Southside Hampton Roads Cities • Norfolk

Washington
Auburn • Port Angeles • West Richland

A Nation United in Gratitude

From small towns to major cities, these regional ceremonies remind us that every veteran’s story matters. Each flag raised, each salute given, and each moment of silence shared honors those who stood for freedom and continue to inspire generations of Americans. As Veterans Day 2025 approaches, we encourage every citizen to attend a local ceremony, reach out to a veteran, or say thank you. Small gestures of appreciation can make a profound difference.

If you’d like to make a difference this Veterans Day, Start Chat or Call AI Joe to get involved.

Veterans Alliance Is Here for You At Veterans Alliance (VA.org), we honor our heroes not just on Veterans Day — but every day. If you or a loved one needs guidance on benefits, healthcare, claims, education, housing, or community support, our team is here to help. Reach out to us anytime — we’re proud to stand beside those who’ve served. Contact Veterans Alliance today at 1-870-335-3627 to explore how we can support you or your veteran community.

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