Veterans Day events happening around Texas

TEXAS — Veteran’s Day honors and commemorates those who have served this country. Here are several events and ceremonies around Texas dedicated to celebrating Texas veterans.

Austin:

Austin’s Veteran’s Day Parade

The parade will start at 9:30 a.m. along Congress Avenue from the bridge to the Capitol building where a ceremony will take place to honor those who have served.

Those viewing the parade are also invited to a memorial ceremony after the parade at the Capitol’s south steps.

San Antonio:

Veterans Day Parade

The parade starts at noon and kicks off downtown at Milam Park and will travel down East Houston Street and end near Travis Park.

The San Antonio Veteran’s Day Parade draws in hundreds of people, all to view the colorful floats and military vehicles.

Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery

The ceremony begins at 9 a.m. at 1520 Harry Wurzbach Road. There will be guest speakers to make remarks and Fort Sam’s Mission Brass Quintet and Cole High School’s JROTC will provide music.

San Antonio National Cemetery

The Bexar County Buffalo Soldiers Association hosts the ceremony at the San Antonio National Cemetery. The celebration begins at 1:30 p.m.

Dallas:

Greater Dallas Veterans Day Parade

The parade begins at 11 a.m. in Fair Park, home of the State Fair. There will be several patriotic ceremonies throughout the parade, including an 11th Hour Ceremony, a Missing Man Formation military fly over and guest speakers.

Following the ceremonies, the Massing of the Colors will be performed by area High School JROTC cadets.

The parade starts at the intersection of Admiral Nimitz Circle and M. L. King Blvd.

Plano Flags of Honor

The Plano East Rotary Club observes Veteran’s Day with its annual display of American flags. There are set to be more than 1,000 flags, each one honoring a veteran or first responder.

Attendees can walk through the flags for photo opportunities during the day. There will also be programs from veterans’ organizations, musical performances, a Quilts of Valor display, hot-air balloon rides and more.

The event is free.