Veterans Day Events in Atlanta
Georgia Veterans Day Parade
Watch or attend a local parade, ceremony or event to honor veterans this year. Plus, click here for a list of ways you and your kids can help a vet or military family.
Georgia Veterans Day Parade in Midtown Atlanta
Honor veterans and active-duty military at this popular parade. Before and after the parade, view exhibits, equipment displays and more at the Expo. Nov. 9.
Veterans Day Cruz-In at American Legion
Classic, vintage, off-road, muscle, motorcycle and military cars will be on display, along with food, live music and raffles. Nov. 9.
Veterans Day Blues Festival at Westside Motor Lounge
Enjoy a night of soulful blues music to celebrate and honor veterans with great music and good vibes. Nov. 10.
Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Park
Show gratitude and support to those who have served the country with speeches, patriotic music and the raising of the American flag. Nov. 11.
Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony at Veterans Park at Atlanta History Center
Active-duty service members, veterans, their families and grateful community members are invited to this special event. Nov. 11.
Veterans Day Ceremony at Roswell Area Park
Honor veterans and their families with an honor walk and ceremony. Nov. 11.
Veterans Day Ceremony at Peachtree Corners Town Green
Extend gratitude to the brave individuals who have served the nation with this meaningful celebration. Nov. 11.
Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Memorial at Cauble Park
Say thank you to those who have faithfully served their country. Nov. 11.
Snellville Veterans Celebration at Snellville City Hall
Participate in this ceremony honoring veterans. Nov. 11.
Veterans Day Tribute at Byers Theatre
Pay tribute to veterans with a keynote speaker before the dedication of two new art sculptures. Nov. 11.
Free Entrance Days at National Parks
Visit a National Park for free to commemorate Veterans Day. Nov. 11.
Newtown Park
Places to Visit
Heritage Park: This 129-acre park is tons of fun for families with softball fields, a paved track, two playgrounds, a library, community gardens and more. Visit around Veterans Day to view the Veteran’s Wall of Honor, a 75-foot long granite wall engraved with depictions of battle scenes. Drop by the Veteran’s Historical Museum to view vehicles, uniforms and artifacts from America’s wars.
Newtown Park: The Veterans Memorial Walk stands as a symbol of remembrance and respect for the men and women in the U.S. Armed Services. The five-acre memorial features monuments paying homage to each conflict starting with WWI, along with monuments for Purple Heart Recipients, POW/MIAs and Women in Service. The Wall That Heals, a 250-foot replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, was added in 2020.
American Legion Post 201: The Walk of Memories honors those who have bravely served the country with nearly 8,000 bricks inscribed with the names of Georgians who have served. Monuments along the walkway spotlight WWII, Korea and Vietnam Wars. You’ll also see a WWII M60 tank, a Vietnam-era helicopter and a twin gun mount on display.
Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center: Located on the grounds of this center, the Fallen Heroes Memorial pays tribute to Gwinnett residents who have died in the line of duty. The memorial honors about 700 individuals on black granite markers, and the central pedestal features a Gwinnett firefighter’s bronze sculpture of an eagle carrying a rose.
Brooke Street Park: Set behind Alpharetta City Hall, visit Brooke Street Park to view the Alpharetta Veterans Memorial. The centerpiece is a 7-foot tall bronze statue featuring two soldiers in full combat gear and is titled “The Defenders.” The memorial is a tribute to all who have served to protect America.
For a complete list of family-friendly November events, click here. For day-to-day happenings, check out our calendar.
