Top Ways to Celebrate Veteran's Day in Mesa

Tuesday, November 11, 2025
11am - 1pm

Come experience the highlight of Veterans Day in the East Valley. Taking place in downtown Mesa on Veterans Day, this free parade showcases over 100 floats including military vehicles, WWII tanks, the Fallen Soldier Memorial, USS Arizona replica, Junior ROTC groups, military support groups, Mesa high school marching bands, East Valley city and town dignitaries, Girl and Boy Scout Troops, equestrian groups and much more.

If you want great access to the parade, stay at the Delta Hotels by Marriott right in downtown Mesa which is just steps away from the light rail, providing excellent access to the city for your Veterans Day plans.

Saturday, November 8, 2025
10am - 4pm

Celebrate America's veterans at the Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum. Bring your whole family to the museum to see the F-16, our bombers and more. You’ll get special reduced family pricing, and children 12 and under can participate in an aviation technology challenge.

2 Adults and unlimited number of youths under 18: $20 | Each additional adult: $10

Saturday, November 8, 2025
11am - 5pm

Join Cider Corps for a vibrant, street-party-style event honoring our nation’s heroes through community, music, and local flavor. This free celebration invites residents and visitors alike to come together in gratitude and camaraderie.

Friday, November 7 - Saturday, November 8

FRI 5pm - 9pm | SAT 11am - 5pm

Coming just days before Veterans Day, get ready for a mouthwatering weekend at the 3rd Annual Downtown Mesa BBQ Classic, where food, fun and community come together for an unforgettable BBQ experience!

Admission is free, and guests can purchase tasting tickets to sample up to ten mouthwatering creations through a fun, “passport-style” experience. This is the perfect way to discover which pitmaster truly reigns supreme.