Grand Rapids to Host Annual Veterans Day Parade Honoring Local Heroes
Grand Rapids will hold its annual Veterans Day Parade on November 11 to honor local veterans. The event will begin downtown at Division Ave. and Pearl St. and conclude with a Ceremony of Remembrance at Veterans Memorial Park.
Grand Rapids Kalamazoo Battle Creek, MI, November 5, 2026 — Grand Rapids is preparing to honor its local veterans with the annual Veterans Day Parade on November 11. The event is scheduled to commence downtown, marking a significant occasion for community remembrance and appreciation.
The parade will begin its route at the intersection of Division Avenue and Pearl Street in downtown Grand Rapids. This starting point sets the stage for a procession designed to pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of the nation’s veterans.
Following the parade route through the city, the event will culminate with a solemn Ceremony of Remembrance. This concluding ceremony is set to take place at Veterans Memorial Park, providing a dedicated space for reflection and honor.
The annual parade serves as a key event for Grand Rapids to recognize the contributions of individuals who have served in the armed forces. Further details regarding the specific timing of the parade commencement and the ceremony’s schedule were not provided in the initial summary.
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