Communities across the Gulf Coast will honor the nation's servicemembers with parades, ceremonies, concerts and special tributes in the days surrounding Veterans Day.
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Communities across the Gulf Coast will honor the nation's servicemembers with parades, ceremonies, concerts and special tributes in the days surrounding Veterans Day.
From solemn prayer services and patriotic performances to free admissions and family events, residents will have any opportunities to show gratitude and recognize the sacrifices of veterans and active-duty military.
The following is a roundup of scheduled events.
What: The City of Robertsdale and George P. Thames Senior Center will host a Veterans Day ceremony with guest speaker state Rep. Donna Givens, a certificate and pinning ceremony and lunch.
When: Friday, Nov. 7, 11 a.m.
Where: PZK Hall, 17933 Hwy. 104, Robertsdale
Price: Free admission
What: The City of Loxley will host a luncheon honoring veterans. Space is limited. Reserve by calling (251) 964-7733.
When: Friday, Nov. 7, noon
Where: Loxley Civic Center, Loxley
Price: Free admission
What: Historic Blakeley State Park will host its annual Veterans Day program with artillery demonstrations, a Civil War cruise, lecture by Kent Masterson Brown, a grave dedication ceremony and food available for purchase. Visit www.blakeleypark.com.
When: Saturday, Nov. 8, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Historic Blakeley State Park, 34745 State Hwy. 225, Spanish Fort
Price: Cruise $27 adults, $17 kids; general admission $5 adults, $3 kids
What: The City of Fairhope will hold its annual Veterans Day parade honoring military veterans. The parade will include veterans organizations, military vehicles, the Fairhope High School band and Daphne High School's ROTC. Fairhope's Veteran of the Year will lead the procession. A light breakfast for veterans and parade participants will be served at 8:30 a.m. in the civic center lobby.
When: Saturday, Nov. 8, 10 a.m.
Where: Begins at Fairhope Civic Center, North Section Street, Fairhope
Price: Free admission
What: Tropic Falls will offer special Veterans Day Weekend admission deals. Veterans and active-duty military receive a free day pass with valid military ID. Military families and friends receive 25% off up to four day passes when purchased by a veteran or active-duty service member. Offers must be redeemed in person.
When: Saturday, Nov. 8 and Sunday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Tropic Falls, 1501 S. OWA Blvd., Foley
Price: Veterans free with ID; family discount available
What: Elberta will host a Veterans Day parade with lineup at 10:30 a.m. and the parade beginning at 11 a.m. The route travels south on Illinois Street to Hwy. 98 East, north on County Road 83, west on Oak Street back to Chicago Street and ending at Elberta School. For more information, call Vicky Norris at (251) 232-5393.
When: Saturday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m.
Where: Downtown Elberta
Price: Free admission
What: VFW Post 5660 will host a barbecue fundraiser with ribs and plate options. Prepaid orders available. Call (251) 928-8259.
When: Saturday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. or until sold out
Where: 950 Nichols Ave., Fairhope
Price: Racks $30; plates $15
What: Perdido Key will host its first Veterans Day boat parade along Ole River. Boaters are invited to decorate vessels in red, white and blue. The parade includes stops at local waterfront businesses and ends with an afterparty at Flora-Bama Yacht Club and Ole River Grill at 3 p.m. Awards will be given for best decorated boats. Registration is $30 for chamber members, $35 for military and $40 for others. More info at perdidochamber.com or (850) 492-5221.
When: Sunday, Nov. 9, 1 p.m.
Where: Begins at Sunset Grille, Perdido Key
Price: Free to watch; registration fees apply
What: Daphne will honor veterans with a ceremony featuring guest speaker John Kilpatrick with Vets Recover.
When: Monday, Nov. 10, 9-11 a.m.
Where: Daphne Civic Center, 2603 U.S. Highway 98, Daphne
Price: Free admission
What: Operation ReConnect will hold a drawing for a customized 2024 Jeep Wrangler to support military families. Features include hand-painted graphics, upgraded suspension, custom interior and specialty lighting. Tickets start at $20 at www.operationreconnect.org.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 11
Where: Tacky Jacks, 27206 Safe Harbor Drive, Orange Beach
Price: Ticket purchase required
What: The North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce will host a Veterans Day program with breakfast, a parade through downtown Bay Minette and ceremonies honoring veterans.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 8 a.m.
Where: John F. Rhodes Civic Center, 301 McMeans Ave., Bay Minette
Price: Free admission
What: Veterans Memorial Park Foundation invites military personnel and the public to a Veterans Day ceremony featuring keynote speaker Capt. Lee Hansen, retired U.S. Navy, music by the Blue Anchor Belles and presentations including the Bud Day Award and Marine Aviation Memorial Tower bell ringing.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m.
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, 200 S. 10th Ave., Pensacola
Price: Free admission
What: American Legion Post 99 will host its annual Veterans Day parade and wreath ceremony. The event begins at Max Griffin Park and follows a route through Foley. A ceremony and free lunch for veterans will follow at American Legion Post 99.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 11, noon
Where: Max Griffin Park, 201 Verbena St., Foley
Price: Free admission
What: A patriotic program honoring veterans featuring music, presentations by Veterans Day Essay Contest winners, a keynote address by the Distinguished Young Woman of the Year and a Parade of Flags with fourth-grade students from Mobile and Baldwin counties. Seating is limited.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 3-4 p.m.
Where: USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Pkwy., Mobile
Price: Free admission
What: A sunset prayer service honoring veterans at the Veterans Memorial. Attendees will gather for reflection and tribute. For more information contact the City of Fairhope at (251) 929-1474.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 4:45 p.m.
Where: Henry George Bluff Park, CR 98, Fairhope
Price: Free admission
What: The Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach will host a Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival concert honoring veterans. Nashville hitmakers will perform songs created with and dedicated to veterans. Performers include Steve Dean, Will Nance, Bobby Tomberlin, Mutt Cooper, Bill Whyte and Bill Diluigi. Seating is limited. Reserve tickets at (251) 981-2787.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 6 p.m. (doors open 5:30 p.m.)
Where: Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach, 26389 Canal Road, Orange Beach
Price: $15
What: The Mobile Pops will perform their annual Veterans Day concert featuring patriotic favorites, military marches and service songs to honor veterans.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Medal of Honor Aircraft Pavilion, USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park, Mobile
Price: Free admission
