2025 Veterans Day Parade

Next date: Saturday, November 08, 2025 | 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM

The 26th annual City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade is moving to Lake Nona! Join Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Veterans Advisory Council as we honor those who have served our nation.

As one of Mayor Dyer’s Signature Events, the Veterans Day Parade has been a longstanding tradition in downtown Orlando. This year, we’re proud to bring the celebration to the the Lake Nona community. In partnership with Tavistock and the Lake Nona VA Medical Center, we look forward to honoring our veterans with a fresh perspective and a new setting.

The 2025 parade theme is “Service to our Nation”, recognizing the dedication and sacrifice of our military service members past and present.

Applications are due by October 1, 2025.

Participate in the Veterans Day Parade

Grand Marshals  

To apply or nominate someone to be a Grand Marshal, click here. Applicants must be a veteran or a veteran family. We are looking to share compelling stories about your family's loyalty to the U.S. Armed Forces and how it may have become a part of your family legacy. Applications are due by October 1, 2025.

Become a Grand Marshal

Sponsorships and Program Ads 

If you would like to place an ad in the parade program or become an event sponsor, please reach out to pavla.paul@orlando.gov. 

Parade Route

The parade will begin at Laureate Park Elementary School and finish at the Lake Nona Town Center. A ceremony will take place after the parade with additional fun for the family.