Cities across Broward and Miami-Dade counties will pay tribute to military veterans with a series of ceremonies, barbecues and community gatherings on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Events will include speeches, color guard presentations, live entertainment and moments of reflection to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Each city’s event is free and open to the public, offering residents an opportunity to come together in gratitude for those who have served in defense of the country.
Below is a list of Veterans Day events, organized alphabetically by city:
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Coral Springs
Veterans Day Ceremony
Veterans Park, 8601 Royal Palm Blvd., Coral Springs, FL 33065
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 | 10:45 a.m.
The Veterans Coalition of Coral Springs and the City of Coral Springs will host their annual ceremony honoring service members. Seating begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by the call to order at 10:45 a.m. In case of rain, the event will move indoors to the Coral Springs Gymnasium at 2501 Coral Springs Drive.
Davie
Veterans Day Ceremony
Davie Veterans Park, 5750 SW 39th St., Davie, FL 33314
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 | 10 a.m.
The Town of Davie invites residents to celebrate and remember the brave men and women who served in the Armed Forces. For more information, call 954-797-1181.
Fort Lauderdale
Veterans Day Ceremony
Sandy Nininger Statue along Riverwalk, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 | 11 a.m.
The City of Fort Lauderdale’s annual ceremony will pay tribute to service members and veterans, honoring their dedication and sacrifice.
Hollywood
Centennial Celebration: Veterans Day Barbecue
TY Park, Corporate Pavilion #12, 3300 N. Park Rd., Hollywood, FL 33021
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025
Hollywood’s mayor and city commissioners will host a Veterans Day barbecue featuring traditional fare, live music, entertainment by “Pirate Larry,” a banner plane flyover and a veterans recognition ceremony. Veterans must present valid military ID, veteran driver’s license or DD-214. Admission is free for veterans and one guest; others will pay the park’s $1.50 gate fee. Attendance is capped at 400.
Hialeah
Veterans Day Ceremony
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Senator Roberto Casas Park, 290 Palm Ave., Hialeah, FL 33010
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
The City of Hialeah will host a ceremony to honor the courage and sacrifice of men and women who have defended the nation.
Lauderdale Lakes
Veterans Day Brunch
Educational and Cultural Center, 3580 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33311
Friday, Nov. 8, 2025 | 10 a.m.
The City of Lauderdale Lakes’ Military Affairs Board presents its annual brunch honoring all who have served, with guest speaker Sgt. Lester Johnson of the U.S. Army. The event’s theme is “Together We Stand, Divided We Fall.”
Miami Springs
Veterans Day Celebration
War Memorial at Curtiss Parkway, Miami Springs, FL
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 | 9 a.m.
Hosted by the City of Miami Springs Parks and Recreation Department, this annual celebration will include tributes to veterans and appearances by local officials.
Miramar
Veterans Day Ceremony
Veterans Memorial Park, 6405 Arbor Dr., Miramar, FL 33023
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 | 11 a.m.
The City of Miramar will host a ceremony featuring guest speakers, an Honor Guard presentation of the colors, and refreshments. Registration is available at MiramarVeteransDay2025.eventbrite.com.
North Miami Beach
Veterans Day Ceremony
Corporal B. Hinson Park for Fallen War Heroes, 160th St. and NE 14th Ave., North Miami Beach, FL 33162
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 | 10 a.m.
The City of North Miami Beach will commemorate Veterans Day with a ceremony recognizing fallen heroes and honoring all who served.
Pembroke Pines
Veterans Day Ceremony
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Charles F. Dodge City Center Memorial Park, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 | 12 p.m.
The City of Pembroke Pines invites the public to its annual ceremony to honor veterans’ service and sacrifice.
Weston
11th Annual Veterans Day Salute and Breakfast
Bonaventure Town Center Club, 16690 Saddle Club Rd., Weston, FL 33326
Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 | 8:30–11 a.m.
The YMCA of South Florida and the City of Weston will host a Veterans Day breakfast featuring keynote speaker Robert O’Neill, retired Navy SEAL and decorated combat veteran. The event honors veterans for their bravery and dedication to the nation.
MIAMI (WSVN) – A 21-year-old man was arrested on a charge of sexual battery on a minor by an adult and lewd or lascivious molestation stemming from an alleged incident involving a 10-year-old girl, according to an arrest report.
According to the report, Alvin Davis was arrested due in connection from an alleged incident that occurred Oct. 16, 2025, in Miami. The child’s mother, who became suspicious and placed a recording device in the child’s bedroom.
The report states the girl told investigators that Davis touched her inappropriately on multiple occasions.
Authorities said Davis was transported to the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center and is being held without bond.
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Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson is expected to be a late first-round draft pick on Thursday night, which will bring him a guaranteed four-year contract worth around $20 million. But he considered turning that down for a big-money offer to stay in college.
Simpson, who has previously said that Miami offered him $6.5 million to transfer and play for the Hurricanes in 2026, said on David Pollack’s podcast that the money was too good not to at least think about.
“I think the last offer was definitely one that I just had to sit down and consider, because it would have been life-changing money,” Simpson said. “It would have made me the highest-paid player in college, and it was something to where I was like, I can’t just ignore this. I have to sit down and think about it. That’s how I am, I don’t want to do anything sporadic. I want to sit down and think it all out, and it really just came down to how I wanted to be remembered and what do I want to do.”
Simpson, who spent three years as a backup at Alabama before becoming the starter last year, went to his former coach, Nick Saban, for advice.
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“I actually talked to Coach Saban about this,” Simpson said. “The things he was talking about were, do you want to play football in college, or do you want to play football professionally? And he was like, ‘Take the money out of it, take the rounds out of it, what do you want to do next year?’ And without a doubt, without hesitation, I said, ‘I want to play professional football.’ And he was like, ‘Well, there’s your answer.’ It was something that I’ve always dreamed of, and I felt that I was ready to take that next step and be the face of a franchise and lead a locker room.”
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Photo Credit: @CanesFootball via X // redshirt senior wideout Cooper Barkate catches a 29-yard touchdown from Darian Mensah during Miami’s Spring Game on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Cobb Stadium.
After more than three months removed from a devastating national championship loss, over 5,000 fans gathered at Cobb Stadium on Saturday morning for a first look at Miami football’s 2026 squad.
The annual spring game offered exactly that: a mix of evaluation and entertainment. Miami structured the day differently this year, using the first half for position drills, including passing, red zone and agility work, before transitioning into a live scrimmage in the second half.
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Much of the attention centered on new quarterback Darian Mensah, a transfer from Duke. While he started slow, Mensah quickly settled in and showed why he’s expected to lead the Hurricanes this fall.
Mensah connected multiple times with familiar target Cooper Barkate, his former teammate at Duke. The duo picked up right where they left off, highlighted by a 29-yard touchdown to the back corner of the end zone. Mensah added a 33-yard touchdown pass to Daylyn Upshaw and a five-yard score to Cam Vaughn, another transfer addition.
Calm in the pocket and effective under pressure, Mensah extended plays and delivered accurate throws, flashing the kind of playmaking ability Miami fans have been eager to see.
With several returning starters such as wide receiver Malachi Toney and running back Mark Fletcher seeing limited action, opportunities opened for younger players to contribute. RB Jordan Lyle capitalized, breaking off multiple strong runs and showing quick footwork in the open field.
Behind Mensah, Miami showcased its quarterback depth. Judd Anderson, Luke Nickel and early enrollee Dereon Coleman all saw snaps, with Nickel making a strong case for the backup role. Coleman flashed potential but remains a longer-term development piece.
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Photo Credit: @CanesFootball via IG // Miami quarterback Darian Mensah performs handshake with redshirt senior wideout Cooper Barkate during Miami’s Spring Game on April 18, 2026, at Cobb Stadium.
Defensively, Miami may have delivered the most impressive performance of the day.
Despite losing key contributors such as Ruben Bain and Akheem Mesidor to the NFL, the Hurricanes controlled the line of scrimmage and limited offensive production. Defensive lineman Damon Wilson, a transfer from Missouri, along with tackles Justin Scott and Jarquez Carter, consistently disrupted plays. Scott’s quickness stood out against the run, while Wilson applied steady pressure off the edge.
In the secondary, Boston College transfer Omar Thornton, along with JJ Dunnigan and Xavier Lucas, contributed to multiple stops with tight coverage and physical tackling.
The offensive line, featuring several new faces and only one returning starter, showed flashes but remains a work in progress. Freshman Jackson Cantwell has big shoes to fill with Sisi Mauigoa declaring for the NFL draft. At 6-foot-8, 330 pounds, Cantwell acted as a brick wall protecting his QB and winning the battle at the line. However, the second team offensive line had some struggles, with two bad snaps in a row.
For many in attendance, however, the spring game was about more than just performance. It served as a rare opportunity for families and fans to connect with the program in a more personal setting, celebrating players beyond what they show on the field.
“It’s him fulfilling his dream and doing what he wants to do,” said the grandmother of wide receiver Milan Parris. “He’s my oldest grandson, and I’m just over the moon. I’m extremely proud of him.”
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While the defense may have controlled much of the action, the day ultimately served as an early glimpse into a team balancing new talent, developing depth and high expectations.
With nearly five months until the season opener against Stanford on Sept. 4, Miami leaves the spring with promise and plenty to still refine.