60th annual Veterans Parade scheduled for Sat., November 8
Saturday, November 8
Veterans Parade & Observance
Parade at 11am | Main Street in downtown Auburn
One of the largest Veterans Parades west of the Mississippi! The 60th annual Veterans Parade proceeds west on Main Street from E Street SE to A Street NW, starting at 11:00am.
The purpose of Auburn's Veterans Parades is to positively focus on honoring our country's Veterans and active military personnel. Through our parade, we focus recognition on congressionally recognized Veteran Service Organizations and their auxiliaries, the military and reserve military, National Guard and ROTC. The goals and purposes of Auburn's Veterans Parade are to give honor to our country's military personnel and Veterans and to their military missions of defending freedom around the world. The Parade has more applicants than it can permit to participate, and thus must select among the applicants those who will be able to participate. Those applications who are approved will be those who most closely meet the goals and purpose of Auburn's Veterans Parade.
Before submitting an application, please review the Parade Rules & Regulations (PDF) to determine if your group is eligible to participate.
If you're already registered and received a confirmation from us, thank you!
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Other events as part of
Auburn's 60th annual Veterans Parade & Observance:
Saturday, November 8
American Legion Auburn Post #78 Community Breakfast
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth Street SE
This component of the Observance is a partnership between the City of Auburn and Auburn American Legion Post #78. The breakfast is $12 per person and includes pancakes, eggs, ham, orange juice and coffee. No advance orders needed; please pay at the door. For questions about the breakfast, please call 253-752-2844.
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Saturday, November 8
Remembrance Ceremony & Lighting of the Flame
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Veterans Memorial Park, 411 E Street SE
The flame is lit and guarded through the night at the memorial at Veterans Memorial Park. Wreath placement, rifle salute, prayers and taps encompass this ceremony held prior to the parade.
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Saturday, November 8
Auburn Veterans Day Marching Band Competition
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Auburn Memorial Stadium, 801 4th Street NE
One of the most prestigious band competitions in the State! Watch the 15+ bands in the parade, then look on as they compete in the Field Competition later in the afternoon at Auburn Memorial Stadium. Admission charged for Field Competition.
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Saturday, November 8
Auburn Noon Lions Veterans Luncheon
1:30 PM (doors open at 1:00 PM)
Merrill Gardens of Auburn, 18 First Street SE
The lunch program honors our Veterans, with special recognition given to our Dignitaries in attendance. The Governor's Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee's Outstanding Service to Veterans Award Recipients will be honored at the lunch, along with other special presentations. The luncheon is co-sponsored by the Auburn Noon Lions and the City of Auburn. This event has limited seating; we suggest making reservations (PDF) early.
Take some time to thank a Veteran for their service and sacrifice.
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