Each November we stop and take at least a few moments to honor America's veterans on Veterans Day. This page includes ceremonies in Scottsdale and the East Valley communities of Apache Junction, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa and Tempe. I continue to add events as the details are announced, so check back often.
If you arrived at this page but you were actually looking for Memorial Day activities and events in May, you can find those here. Many people confuse the two!
Apache Junction Veterans Day Parade
Part of the Festival of the Superstitions.
Date: Sunday, November 11
Place: Apache Junction Chamber
Starting Time for Event: 9:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
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Free Veteran’s Day Breakfast Buffet
A free Veteran’s Day breakfast buffet and complimentary t-shirt for all Player’s Club Members with a current form of military ID stating current or former service. Player’s Club Membership is complimentary and t-shirts will be available on a first come first served basis while supplies last. T-shirt giveaway will begin at 6 a.m. each day.
Date: Sunday, November 11 and Monday, November 12
Place: Café 24/7 inside Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino, Chandler
Starting Time for Event: 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Cost: Free, as specified above
Get More Information: online
Town of Gilbert Veterans Day Ceremony
The guest speaker is Joey Strickland, Director of the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services. The Mesquite High School Band will play patriotic music. The ceremony will begin at 11:30 a.m. and last for approximately 30 minutes. Following the ceremony, a complimentary lunch will be served to all in attendance. Free.
Date: Thursday, November 8
Place: Gilbert Municipal Center, 50 E. Civic Center Drive, southeast of Gilbert and Warner Roads
Starting Time for Event: 11 a.m.
Cost: Free
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Higley Unified School District Veterans Day, Gilbert
Honoring past and current service men and women who have served in the armed forces of the United States. Fly overs, canons, speeches, music performers and more. Shuttles will be provided from parking lots at 2935 S. Recker Rd., Trilogy Club house.
Date: Friday, November 9
Place: Higley High School Football Stadium, 2935 S. Recker Rd., Gilbert
Starting Time for Event: 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
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Patriotic Concert in Mesa
The Salt River Brass annual tribute to America including patriotic selections.
Date: Sunday, November 11 at 3 p.m.
Place: Mesa Arts Center
Starting Time for Event: 3 p.m.
Cost: $17 - $22 general admission
Get More Information: online
East Valley Veterans Parade
The parade begins in Downtown Mesa near Center Street and 3rd Place and travels south on Center to 1st Avenue. It is viewed by thousands of East Valley residents. Marching bands, military vehicles, veterans groups and floats. This year’s theme is “Honoring Our Veterans and Military, One Parade at a Time.” Lasts about 1-1/2 hours.
Date: Monday, November 12
Place: Downtown Mesa
Starting Time for Event: 11 a.m.
Cost: Free
Get More Information: online
Veterans Day at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
This memorial will include dignitaries, guest speakers and live performances to honor our country and the people who serve it.
Date: Friday, November 9
Place: McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, southeast corner of Indian Bend and Scottsdale Roads
Starting Time for Event: 3 p.m.
Cost: Free
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Veterans Day at Sassi
Veterans are invited to enjoy a complimentary three-course dinner prepared by SASSI’s Executive Chef Christopher Nicosia in honor of National Veterans Day. The menu includes choice of (3) offerings: antipasti, entrée (beef, chicken or pasta) and a chocolate dessert. U.S. veterans and active duty military must provide proof of current or former military service (an identification card, an earnings statement, or veteran’s organization card) for the complimentary meal. This is an exclusive offer for Veterans-only, but family members and friends are welcome to attend. For reservations, call 480-502-9095.
Date: Sunday, November 11
Place: 10455 East Pinnacle Peak Parkway, Scottsdale
Starting Time for Event: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cost: Free meal for veterans
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Veterans Day at Remington’s Restaurant
Remington’s Restaurant & Lounge at The Scottsdale Plaza Resort at the will be donating a portion of the proceeds from November’s Cigar Dinner to Operation Homefront Arizona. Well known for delicious cuisine and live music, this lavish dining experience is accompanied by selected cigars and an array of wines to compliment each course. The menu for this month begins with an appetizer of grilled quail glazed with
a dried cherry Chambord sauce, followed by a field green salad topped with butternut squash, strawberries, pears, red onion and candied walnuts. The night’s main course is a succulent grilled bone-in filet mignon severed with baked sweet potatoes and steamed asparagus with hollandaise sauce. Featured dessert is pumpkin bread pudding. Each course is paired with fine cigars provided by Ambassador Fine Cigars and wines provided by Valley of the Sun Fine Wines. Wine expert, Gregory Wynn, and cigar
aficionado, Vartan Seferian, will narrate throughout the evening with educational and informative discussions.
Date: Tuesday, November 13
Place: 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale
Starting Time for Event: Reception at 6:30 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m.
Cost: $125 per person, inclusive
Get More Information: online
Veterans Day Parade in Tempe
Tempe will celebrate veterans with the annual Veterans Day Parade. The parade runs north on Mill Avenue from ASU Gammage to Tempe Beach Park. Veterans, high school bands, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and community members will participate in the parade.
Date: Monday, November 12
Place: Mill Avenue/Tempe Beach Park
Starting Time for Event: 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Get More Information: online
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Page 2: Veterans Day Celebrations: Scottsdale and East Valley
Page 3: Veterans Day Celebrations: Anthem, Phoenix
All dates, times, prices and offerings are subject to change without notice.
