Atlanta, GA
Veterans Day ceremonies, deals and more in metro Atlanta | 2024
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ATLANTA – Communities across metro Atlanta are honoring veterans with a range of ceremonies and events. From moving tributes at local parks and community centers to a veterans’ march and a 5K run, these gatherings offer opportunities to reflect on the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women. Explore the list below to find a Veterans Day event near you and join in paying tribute to those who have served.
Ceremonies
Acworth Veterans Day Ceremony
- When: 2 p.m. Nov. 11
- Where: Patriot’s Point in Cauble Park, 4425 Beach Street, Acworth
- What: The city of Acworth honors veterans with a ceremony at its Veterans Memorial. In case of bad weather, the ceremony will be held at the community center.
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Atlanta Veterans Day Ceremony
- When: 11 a.m. Nov. 11
- Where: Veterans Park, West Paces Ferry Road and Slaton Drive, Atlanta
- What: Ceremony honoring active-duty members, veterans, families, and the community. Hosted by the Atlanta History Center. Registration encouraged.
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Atlanta’s 43rd Annual Veterans Day Parade, Expo, and Ceremony
- When: Nov. 9
- Where: Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta and Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta
- What: Veterans Day ceremony at 9:30 a.m.at Woodruff Arts Center, parade at 11 a.m. There will also be an expo with 40+ exhibits.
- How Much: Free general admission
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Gwinnett County Veterans Day Ceremony
- When: 11 a.m. Nov. 11
- Where: Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville
- What: Ceremony includes a Veterans March. All veterans who served honorably are encouraged to participate. Available live on the County’s Facebook page.
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Norcross Veterans Day Ceremony
- When: 10 a.m. Nov. 11
- Where: Cultural Arts & Community Center, 10 College Street NW, Norcross
- What: The ceremony includes speeches, patriotic music, and the raising of the American flag.
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Peachtree Corners Veterans Day Ceremony
- When: 11 a.m. Nov. 11
- Where: Town Green, 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners
- What: Community ceremony recognizing the sacrifices and dedication of veterans.
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Roswell Veterans Day Breakfast and Ceremony
- When: 8:30 a.m. Nov. 11
- Where: Roswell Area Park, 10495 Woodstock Road, Roswell
- What: A breakfast and ceremony honoring veterans. Registration required.
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Snellville Veterans Celebration
- When: 3 p.m. Nov. 11
- Where: Snellville City Hall, 2342 Oak Road, Snellville
- What: Ceremony to honor local veterans.
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Other
Tucker 2nd Annual Veterans Day 5K Run/Walk
- When: 8 a.m. Nov. 9
- Where: Tucker High School, 5036 LaVista Road, Tucker
- What: Honors veterans and raises funds for the new Post building, supporting efforts to combat veteran suicide.
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10th Annual Veterans Memorial 5K
- When: 8:30 a.m. Nov. 9
- Where: Marietta Square, 1 Cherokee Street, Marietta
- What: 5K race supporting local veterans and military initiatives.
- How Much: $45 on race day
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Veterans Day Cruz-In Car Show
- When: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Nov. 9
- Where: American Legion Post 201, 201 Wills Road, Alpharetta
- What: Classic, exotic, custom cars and motorcycles on display, along with a baseball game.
- How Much: Free general admission
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Veterans Day Blues Festival
- When: 4 – 11 p.m. Nov. 10
- Where: Westside Motor Lodge, 725 Echo Street NW, Atlanta
- What: Live blues performances, BBQ, and multiple vendors.
- How Much: Tickets start at $10
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Local Deals
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar – Free classic American meal with burger and choice of chips, fries, or tots. Must have military ID.
Chicken Salad Chick – Free meal for all veterans and active-duty military in uniform or those with a valid military ID.
City Barbeque – Free sandwich and beverage for veterans and active military with ID.
Golden Corral – Hosting a Military Appreciation Night on Nov. 11 from 4 p.m. until close. All current service members, retired military, and veterans with ID will receive a free buffet and drink. DAV (Disabled American Veterans) members will be onsite to accept donations for their charity.
National Center for Civil and Human Rights – Free admission for service members, veterans, and retired military members. Show military ID at the ticketing window. Valid Nov. 9-11.
MORE SPECIAL DEALS
7 Brew Coffee – Veterans will receive 25% off any drink with a military ID or veteran ID.
Six Flags Over Georgia – Free park admission for veterans and active military members on Nov. 9-10 and 16-17. Special programming included.
Tellus Science Museum – Free admission for veterans on Nov. 11. Must bring proof of military service.
World of Coca-Cola – Military members (active duty, reserves, and retirees) are always admitted free. Between Nov. 1 and Nov. 11, military members can also purchase up to four general admission tickets at half-price.
Your 3rd Spot – All active and retired military can enjoy $3 entry and experience passes for 3 hours with valid military ID on Nov. 10 and 11.
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A look back at the Atlanta Hawks Draft Lottery Results: Some Luck and a Few Misses
The highly anticipated NBA Draft is finally going to take place tomorrow and the Atlanta Hawks are 1 of 14 teams hoping the ping pong balls bounce their way.
This is going to be the final payoff for what was arguably the best move that any team made last offseason. Atlanta traded down from the No. 13 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft and acquired the unprotected 2026 first-round pick from the New Orleans Pelicans, the most favorable of the Pelicans’ and Bucks’ selections. The Pelicans finished 7th in the lottery odds, and Milwaukee is 10th. Based on the odds, the Hawks have a 40% chance of jumping into the top four.
The last time the Hawks were in the lottery, they jumped from 10th to 1st and selected Zaccharie Risacher. While that was a huge stroke of luck, it has not always worked out that way for the Hawks.
Hawks lottery history
The Hawks have been in the NBA Lottery 16 times since 1985 and in that time span, the Hawks have:
- Moved up five times (2024-moved from 10th to 1st, 2018-moved from 4th to 3rd, 2007- moved from 4th to 3rd, 2001- moved from 5th to 3rd, and 1985- moved from 7th to 5th)
- Moved down five times (2020- moved from 4th to 6th, 2019- moved from 5th to 8th, 2006- moved from 4th to 5th, 2005- moved from 1st to 2nd, and 2000- moved from 5th to 6th)
- Stayed where they were projected to six times
Their biggest move up by far came in 2024 when the moved up to No. 1 and were able to select Risacher, which has not quite panned out.
There is an element of what if to each of these scenarios, especially the years the Hawks moved down. In 2020, they moved down in a draft that contained Anthony Edwards, who is from the state of Georgia and one of the elite players that the league has right now. Atlanta ended up selecting Onyeka Okongwu, but there is a big what if about being able to pair Edwards with Trae Young.
In 2019, the Hawks were 5th in the highly anticipated 2019 lottery that featured Zion Williamson, but they fell three spots. While WIlliamson has not had quite the career most had hoped, he is still an All-NBA caliber player and would have paired nicely with Young as a tandem.
There have been some hits and misses during the 16 times that the Hawks have been in the lottery, but there have seemingly been more missed opportunities, even when they jump up in the standings. They are hoping that they get another stroke of luck tomorrow in what could be a franchise altering day for the Hawks.
Final projected odds for the Hawks:
No. 1- 9.8% chance
No. 2- 9.9% chance
No. 3- 10.1% chance
No. 4- 10.30% chance
No. 7- 19.75% chance
No. 8- 30.18% chance
No. 9- 9.19% chance
No. 10- 0.67% chance
No. 11-
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