5 Ways To Observe Veterans Day In New Jersey

Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with several opportunities around New Jersey 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. Some events may require tickets or pre-registration.

Veterans Day Show

• Date: Saturday, Nov. 8
• Location: Albert Music Hall (131 Wells Mills Road, Ocean Township)
• Details: Veterans, family members, friends and more are invited to join Albert Hall for an evening of music and celebration honoring the brave individuals who have served.

Voices of Valor

• Date: Monday, Nov. 10
• Location: Hopewell Valley Vineyards (46 Yard Road, Pennington)
• Details: Take part in a night of music, storytelling and community connection honoring local veterans, with a wine tasting, light dinner and silent auction benefitting “Music For All Seasons” and its veteran outreach programs.

Veteran’s Day Parade & Ceremony

• Date: Tuesday, Nov. 11
• Location: High & W. Pearl Streets (Burlington)
• Details: Join the City of Burlington for a Veteran’s Day Parade, followed by a ceremony in front of Memorial Hall.

Veteran Walking Group

• Date: Tuesday, Nov. 11
• Location: Rutgers Veterans House (14 Lafayette Street, New Brunswick)
• Details: Join the Rutgers Veteran Walking Group for a group walk through Buccleuch Park.

Annual State Veterans Day Observance

• Date: Tuesday, Nov. 11
• Location: NJ Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial (1 Memorial Lane, Holmdel)
• Details: Join the NJ Department of Military & Veterans Affairs for the annual State Veterans Day Observance at the NJ Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial. Must RSVP by Nov. 5.