Palm Springs Honors Veterans with Week of Events: “Honoring All Who Served”
The City of Palm Springs encourages the community to gather on Wednesday, Nov. 11, as a parade kicks off a week of events under the theme “Honoring All Who Served.”
A special highlight of this year’s parade will be the appearance of a U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet, proudly towed along the parade route for spectators to experience up close. Join us in paying tribute to the men and women of our nation’s Armed Forces and celebrating their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to our country.
WHAT: 29th Annual Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade & Concert “Honoring All Who Served”
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Downtown Palm Springs (Ramon Road to Alejo Road along Palm Canyon Drive)
For more than a decade, the City of Palm Springs has been officially designated as a Regional Site for the observance of Veterans Day by Veterans Day National Committee of the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Palm Springs Veterans Parade is of the largest in Southern California and a powerful tribute to the men and women of our military.
This patriotic event features military units, marching bands, veterans’ organizations, and more. A special highlight of this year’s parade will be a U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet, towed along the route for spectators to see up close. With a history that includes Navy test operations, the Blue Angels, and a role in Top Gun: Maverick, this rare appearance brings a unique piece of naval aviation and Hollywood history to the streets of Palm Springs.
The parade concludes with a patriotic concert by the 300th Army Reserve Band, followed by a fireworks finale. The main stage is located at Amado Road and Palm Canyon Drive.
VillageFest – Letters to All Who Served
WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 12, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Canyon Drive, Downtown Palm Springs
Join the community at VillageFest, where the public is encouraged to write personal Letters of Thanks to veterans.
These heartfelt messages of gratitude will be distributed to veterans throughout the week. Veterans are also encouraged to
stop by and pick up letters, along with Challenge Coins from previous years.
Veterans Dinner & Concert in the Park
- WHEN: Friday, November 13, inner: 5 p.m.– 6 p.m.
Concert: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. - WHERE: Downtown Park, 230 Museum Drive
Veterans and active-duty military members are invited to join the Palm Springs Parks and Recreation Department for a complimentary dinner followed by a patriotic concert in the park. Each attending veteran will receive a Letter of Thanks, a Challenge Coin, and an American Flag as a token of gratitude for their service.
The City of Palm Springs is grateful to its generous sponsors that make its Veterans Day events possible:
- Presenting Sponsors: City of Palm Springs
- Gold Sponsors: Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
- Bronze Sponsors: Desert Oasis Healthcare Medical Group
For more information visit: psveteransday.com
