North Texas has a Veterans Day parade built for the big stage. The third annual Texas Veterans Day Parade in Arlington steps off at 5:30 PM on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 in Arlington’s Entertainment District.
The theme this year is “Veterans, Ready Then, Ready Now, 250 Years.” The Grand Marshal is retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. John Campbell. Expect veterans, military units, organizations, marching bands and static military equipment displays.
Come early for more than a curb spot. A Veterans Services Area runs from 2:00 to 7:00 PM with free resources and services for veterans and their families on site. And stay late. Right after the parade, hundreds of drones light up the sky in patriotic formations set to music.
The parade is free and open to the public, hosted by NBC 5, Telemundo 39 and Friends of Arlington Heroes Parade.
When: Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 PM (Veterans Services Area 2:00 to 7:00 PM)
Where: Arlington Entertainment District, Arlington, TX
Host: NBC 5, Telemundo 39 and Friends of Arlington Heroes Parade
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Event contact: Friends of Arlington Heroes Parade through arlingtonvetdp.org.
