Communities across South Florida are preparing their annual salutes to all who have helped defend and protect the United States through their military service. They will mark Veterans Day, officially observed on Tuesday, Nov. 11, to honor the end of World War I. These events provide an opportunity to pause, reflect, and say thanks to veterans while celebrating their courage and commitment.
Throughout Broward and Palm Beach counties, plans include ceremonies, music, guest speakers, honor walls, and more, scheduled to take place before and on the federal holiday. Here’s a city-by-city guide.
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## Broward County
### Coconut Creek
Dignitaries, guest speakers, the Coconut Creek Police Department Honor Guard, and the Monarch High JROTC will be part of a Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Veterans Park, 3550 Lyons Road. The city is also participating in the *Stars for Our Troops* program, which repurposes U.S. flags in honor of veterans. Donate worn flags (3-by-5 feet, made in the U.S. with embroidered stars) at the ceremony or drop off at City Hall, 4800 W. Copans Road.
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### Cooper City
Show your appreciation for veterans past and present during the city’s Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Memorial Park, 9001 SW 51st St.
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### Coral Springs
The city has planned two events to honor veterans:
– **Patriotic Community Concert:** From 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Nov. 7 at City Hall Lawn, 9500 W. Sample Road, featuring Eagles tribute band *Hotel California* and Coldplay tribute band *Life in Technicolor*. Veterans and their families will have a designated VIP area with free refreshments, commemorative lanyards, and gifts. The Honor Walk will recognize local heroes, and a letter-writing station will be set up for messages to active-duty service members. Food trucks will also be on site. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free admission.
– **Veterans Day Ceremony:** At 10:45 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Veterans Park, 8601 Royal Palm Blvd., in partnership with the Veterans Coalition of Coral Springs.
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### Deerfield Beach
The city will hold its Veterans Day Ceremony, *A Tribute of Gratitude and Remembrance*, at 9 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Johnny L. Tigner Community Center, 435 SW Second St. Expect a ceremonial three-round volley, Presentation of Colors, guest speakers, and patriotic music.
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### Fort Lauderdale
The city and William C. Morris American Legion Post 36’s Veterans Day Ceremony will honor all who served at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at the Sandy Nininger statue along the Riverwalk, by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Ave. A paver will be unveiled in memory of U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Willis Rozelle Hall.
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### Hallandale Beach
The Veterans Day Salute will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at the Cultural Community Center, 410 SE Third St., followed by refreshments.
[Visit cohb.org/veteransday](https://cohb.org/veteransday)
### Hollywood
The city is hosting two food-focused gatherings for veterans and their families:
– **Centennial Celebration: Veterans Day Barbecue:** Begins at noon on Nov. 11 at TY (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park, 3300 N. Park Road, Corporate Pavilion 12. Veterans and active-duty members can enjoy barbecue, music, and entertainment, plus a banner plane flyover and recognition ceremony. Participants must present valid military ID, driver’s license with veteran status, or DD Form 214. Free for veterans with ID and one guest; $3 gate fee per vehicle applies to others. RSVP at 954-921-3404.
– **Seventh Annual Honoring Our Veterans Buffet Dinner:** From 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Nov. 12 at the Hollywood Hills Civic Association and Rotary Club of Hollywood headquarters, 2349 Taylor St. Features food, drinks, a raffle, color guard salute, and musical performances. Veterans will share experiences, including Honor Flight trips. Attendees are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue and bring a nonperishable canned good for the food pantry. Free admission.
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### Lauderhill
Vice Mayor S. “Ray” Martin and the Northwest Lauderhill Neighbors Association will present the Veterans Day Ceremony from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Nov. 11 at Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St. The city is accepting nominations for veterans to be honored.
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### Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
The town’s Veterans Day Celebration will take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Nov. 11 at El Prado Park, 4500 El Mar Drive.
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### Miramar
A guest speaker and Honor Guard Presentation of Colors will highlight the city’s Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Veterans Memorial Park, 6405 Arbor Drive. Refreshments will follow.
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### Oakland Park
The city and American Legion Post 222 will honor all who served at the Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at the post’s headquarters, 4250 NE Fifth Ave.
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### Parkland
The community will gather for the city’s Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Veterans Park, 6620 University Drive.
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### Pembroke Pines
Presentation of Colors, musical performances, and guest speakers will be part of the Veterans Day Ceremony at noon on Nov. 11 at the Charles F. Dodge City Center Memorial Park, 601 City Center Way.
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### Plantation
Elected officials and dignitaries will speak during the Veterans Day Service set for 9:30 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Veterans Park, 1776 Lauderdale West Drive. The ceremony will be livestreamed at [Facebook.com/cityofplantationfl](https://facebook.com/cityofplantationfl).
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### Sunrise
Veterans from all military branches are invited to the third annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Amerant Bank Arena, 1 Panther Parkway. Feeding South Florida is partnering with the Florida Panthers, Publix, Publix Charities, and others for this event, which includes a chef-prepared meal, entertainment, and recognition. Admission is free for veterans and one guest. RSVP by Nov. 9 at [feedingsouthflorida.org/vets](https://feedingsouthflorida.org/vets).
### Tamarac
A Veterans Honor Wall will be unveiled during the city’s Veterans Day Ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Veterans’ Park, 7825 Southgate Blvd. Activities include music, remarks from dignitaries, bagpipe selections by the Celtic Bagpipe Team, and a keynote address by Army Sgt. Maj. Joseph J. Hissong. Attendees are encouraged to bring donations of toiletries, nonperishable food, socks, and hand towels for the Veterans Affairs Committee. To be included on the Honor Wall, fill out an application at [tamarac.me/honorwall](https://tamarac.me/honorwall).
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### Wilton Manors
A Veterans Day Ceremony honoring everyone who has served the country will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 11 at Hagen Park, 2020 Wilton Drive.
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## Palm Beach County
### Boynton Beach
The community will come together for the city’s Veterans Day Ceremony from 11 a.m. to noon on Nov. 11 at Veterans Memorial Park, 411 N. Federal Highway.
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### Boca Raton
*Red, White & Boca: A Veterans Day Celebration* will feature speakers, music, and a JROTC Presentation of Colors from 4 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 11 at Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real. Other activities include the Veterans Marketplace, providing connections to service organizations, veteran-owned businesses, and sports teams, plus a Classic Car Show with vintage vehicles on the east lawn. Food vendors will be on site. Veterans may present their military or veteran ID for a free food ticket at the City of Boca Raton booth.
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### Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation
The county’s Veterans Day Ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Veterans Memorial Park, 9400 W. Palmetto Park Road. The schedule includes a Procession of Colors, guest speakers, patriotic music, and memorial wreath laying.
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### Delray Beach
Join the Veterans Day Ceremony at 9 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., to pay tribute to those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
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### Greenacres
The city’s Veterans Day Tribute at 9 a.m. on Nov. 11 will feature a Presentation of Colors, patriotic music, and guest speakers at Greenacres City Hall, 5800 Melaleuca Lane.
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### Lake Worth Beach
The Veterans Day Ceremony of Honor will feature guest speaker Army Maj. Andres Grisales at 2 p.m. on Nov. 8 at Bryant Park (Lake Avenue and Golfview). The Lake Worth High School JROTC Color Guard will participate, and a jump demonstration by the All Veteran Group freefall team will follow at 3 p.m.
On Nov. 11, from 5 to 7 p.m., Mayor Betty Resch will lead *Lights Across the Bridge* to light up the Lake Worth Beach Bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway. Bring flashlights and meet at the Bryant Park Bandshell.
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### Lantana
The town’s Veterans Day Celebration will include a short ceremony honoring the brave men and women who served the country at 10 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Bicentennial Park, 321 E. Ocean Ave.
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### Wellington
Veterans Day activities in Wellington begin at 8:30 a.m. on Nov. 11 at Village Hall, 12300 Forest Hill Blvd., and end at the Veterans Memorial at Forest Hill and South Shore boulevards. The ceremony includes remarks by the Village Council and the placement of memorial wreaths. Active or retired veterans may register that morning at the Wellington tent to have their names recognized during the event.
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The Mall at Wellington Green, 10300 Forest Hill Blvd., has teamed with Stand Down, a nonprofit supporting veterans and their families, for three initiatives:
– Through Nov. 8, post an American flag on the Honor Wall in the City Furniture Court to honor a veteran or active military member.
– Attend the Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. on Nov. 8 in City Furniture Court featuring the Palm Beach Lakes Community High School Ram Regiment Band, posting of the colors, Pledge of Allegiance, and guest speaker remarks. Light refreshments will be served.
– The *Tree of Joy* in Grand Court displays tags listing names, ages, sizes, and holiday wishes of children from veteran families across Palm Beach County. Shoppers can select a tag, purchase a gift, and drop off donations at Starbucks by Dec. 10.
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These Veterans Day events across South Florida honor the sacrifices and service of veterans and active-duty members, offering communities meaningful ways to show their gratitude. Plan to attend or participate in these celebrations and help recognize the dedication of those who have served our country.
https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2025/11/07/veterans-day-2025-in-south-florida-ceremonies-patriotic-music-a-parade-to-honor-military-service/
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