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San Jose’s 106th Annual Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony (2024)

Monday, November 11, 2024 - 11:00 am to 1:30 pm | Cost: FREE
Downtown San Jose | Park Ave. and Market St., San Jose, CA

Event Details

Each year, since 1918, the United Veterans Council of Santa Clara County has produced a Veterans Day Parade with support from the City of San Jose, Santa Clara County, and contributions from many individuals and organizations.

This parade, the largest Veterans Day Parade in Northern California, honors all who served or are currently serving their country.

Veterans Day Parade 2024

  • Downtown San Jose
  • Monday, November 11, 2024
  • Pre-Parade Ceremony: 11:00 am at Plaza de Cesar Chavez
  • Downtown San Jose Parade begins at Noon

2024 Parade Route

The Parade Route is one mile:

  • Start at the intersection of Almaden Boulevard and Santa Clara Street
  • Proceeds east on Santa Clara Street
  • Turns right onto Market Street passing Plaza de Cesar Chavez
  • Ends at San Carlos Street

What time does the parade start?
The parade will start at 12:00 p.m. sharp. It steps off on Santa Clara Street at the 87-freeway overpass. 

How long is the parade?
The parade route is .9 miles long. It will take one- and one-half hours to pass. It will take participants approximately 20 minutes from start to finish.

Where does the parade end?
The parade officially ends at the corner of San Carlos and Market Streets, close the San Jose Convention Center.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Veterans Day
Address: Park Ave. and Market St., San Jose, CA

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