Veterans Day is Monday, Nov. 11 and is a federal holiday to honor all veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces. A number of events are planned in Carson City and surrounding counties.
Carson City
In Carson City, Nevada Rural Counties RSVP Program, Inc. hosts its 4th annual Veterans Pancake Breakfast, sponsored by Nevada Rural Counties RSVP Program, Inc. in partnership with the Carson City Elks Lodge No. 2177.
This event is happening Monday, Veterans Day, Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., to honor and celebrate the service and sacrifices of our veterans. All senior veterans and their families are invited to join us for a delicious pancake breakfast as we come together to recognize those who have served our country.
Hosted at the Elks Lodge #2177, this annual tradition is our way of giving back to the brave men and women who have selflessly served. Guests will enjoy a complimentary breakfast in a warm, welcoming atmosphere that fosters gratitude and community spirit.
The Elks Lodge is located #2177, 515 N. Nevada St., Carson City. Go here for more information.
Elsewhere, there will be Veterans Day Fun Run on the Carson River Trail hosted by Carson High Safe Grad. The run begins at 9 a.m.
The course is easy and flat for beginners and wide enough for advanced runners. Off-road strollers and dogs on leashes welcome. Kids age 10 and under free. Visit the link here to register now.
Virginia City
In Virginia City, everyone is invited to honor veterans at its annual Veterans Day Parade on Monday beginning at 11 a.m. on C Street. Virginia City will commemorate Veterans Day with a patriotic parade down C Street on Monday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m., paying tribute to the nation’s veterans and their families.
This free-to-attend parade will feature over 40 participants, including local veterans’ organizations, high school junior ROTC programs and other groups dedicated to supporting and uplifting veterans in the community. Attendees can expect a vibrant display of patriotic entries, marching groups and uniformed participants proudly making their way through Virginia City.
“We are honored to host this annual event as a way to show our gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our country,” said Todd Tuttle, tourism director. “The Veterans Day parade is an opportunity for our community to come together, recognize the sacrifices of our veterans and make sure their contributions are never forgotten. We encourage everyone to join the celebration and make a day of it in Virginia City.”
Virginia City’s Veterans Day parade is a long-standing tradition, showcasing the town’s commitment to recognizing the courage and sacrifices made by veterans. The parade provides a meaningful opportunity for the community to gather, pay tribute and connect with one another in a shared expression of gratitude. Following the event, Virginia City’s many merchant shops and restaurants will be open for visitors to explore and enjoy the historic mining town.
Go here for more information.
Lake Tahoe
At Lake Tahoe, American Legion Post 795 of South Lake Tahoe invites community members to join the American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, and Sons of the American Legion in honoring all veterans this Veterans Day. The Veterans Day ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, at the American Legion Hall, 2748 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe. Chuy’s Taco Truck along with light lunch refreshments and cake will be served. Go here for more information.
Reno and Sparks
In Reno, The City of Reno will hold its annual Veterans Day Parade. The parade will begin Monday at 11:11 a.m. between Sixth and Liberty Street. The theme for Veterans Day 2024 is “A Legacy of Loyalty and Service.” Service reflects the military value and tradition of answering the call to duty of all who served. The City of Reno encourages “participants to consider Veterans’ history of loyalty and service to our nation and the honor we owe them for fulfilling patriotic duties.”
Go here for more information.
In Sparks, all are invited to the Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza Monday between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to take a moment to honor our veterans and those who sacrificed for our daily freedoms.
Fallon
Veterans are invited to a free breakfast Monday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Fallon Convention Center, 100 Campus Way, Fallon. Also Fallon Elks Lodge hosts a Veterans Day lunch, veterans eat free from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at 93 W. Center St.
Formerly Armistice Day, Nov. 11 commemorates the anniversary of the 1918 peace agreement that ended World War I. It’s historically significant that this day is observed on the eleventh hour of the eleventh month of the eleventh day to commemorate when the guns fell silent at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11, 1918.
Veterans Day is distinct from Memorial Day Veterans Day commemorates the service of all U.S. veterans, while Memorial Day specifically honors those who have died while in military service.
