Annual Veteran's Day Parade Draws Crowds

The Erie Veterans Day Parade will return to State Street this year.

The parade will take place Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 11 a.m. The parade begins at 29th and State Streets, heads south, and ends near 37th and Holland Streets.

After the parade, there will be a reception with refreshments at the Erie VA Medical Center, courtesy of the American Legion Auxiliary. A Jeep show will also take place in the parking lot.

At 12:30 p.m., a Veterans Day ceremony will be held in the Jefferson Elementary School auditorium, featuring a guest speaker, patriotic music, and a wreath presentation with Taps.

Organizers are inviting veterans service and community organizations to join the event.

Interested groups should RSVP by October 30, 2026. For questions or to sign up, contact Stacy Farrell at 814-860-2024 or email stacy.farrell@va.gov.