5 Ways To Observe Veterans Day In SoCal

Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with several opportunities around Southern California to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, both in times of war and peace.

Originally called Armistice Day, Veterans Day is always observed on Nov. 11 to reflect the signing of the armistice ending World War I at 11 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. The observance was changed to Veterans Day in 1954 to include veterans who served in World War II and the Korean War.

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Here are some upcoming Veterans Day events you shouldn't miss:

Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade

• Dates: Nov. 11
• Location: Downtown Palm Springs
• Details: The 28th annual parade lasts about an hour and concludes with a post-parade patriotic concert and fireworks finale at the intersection of Amado Road and Palm Canyon Drive.

Red, White and Blue Salute

• Dates: Nov. 8-10
• Location: SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego
• Details: The theme park will offer special Veterans Day entertainment and activities, including a nightly patriotic fireworks show. Active duty and former military personnel can get free admission to SeaWorld through the theme park's Waves of Honor program. To further honor military heroes, SeaWorld will designate a separate, dedicated line for military and veterans at the park entrance.

San Diego Veterans Day Parade

• Dates: Nov. 11
• Location: Harbor Drive, San Diego
• Details: The annual event honors the service and sacrifice of WWII veterans while celebrating the resilience and unity they inspired. The parade features marching bands, historic military units and vintage vehicles.

Veterans Day Celebration

• Dates: Nov. 11
• Location: Bob Hope Patriotic Hall, Los Angeles
• Details: The event will offer family fun, classic movies, live music, raffles, bounce houses and food trucks in honor of those who served.

Veterans Day Classic Car Show

• Dates: Nov. 9
• Location: Crossings at Corona, Corona
• Details: The event will feature pre-1980 classic cars, hot rods, kustoms and lowriders, along with family-friendly entertainment, including a DJ, balloon artist, crafts for kids, face painting and a petting zoo.