4 Veterans Day Events in Ohio
Honor the brave men and women of our military at these educational events that mark Veterans Day.
Veterans Day offers a chance to honor the service and sacrifices of the brave men and women who have donned our country’s uniforms. Cities across Ohio are putting on several events honoring the courage and commitment of these national heroes through educational programming, patriotic performances and a look at our nation’s history. Attend the 68th Annual Veterans Day Commemoration in Cincinnati, as well as three other important events, this November.
Plane Talks | Nov. 7
In honor of Veteran’s Day, Dayton’s National Museum of the United States Air Force is holding a five-hour educational experience where experts will share insights into Air Force history. The program encourages
visitors to peruse the museum’s galleries and connect with active-duty personnel, experts and veterans populating the space. Pilots, engineers, crew members and navigators promise to bring the exhibits to life with personal anecdotes and insights.
68th Annual Veterans Day Commemoration | Nov. 11
The Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library marks its 68th annual tribute to local veterans with a ceremony at 10:30 a.m. at the Downtown Main Library. This year’s program includes a keynote from Robert M. Viney, former U.S. Navy officer and Procter & Gamble marketing director. Viney has done significant work with the Submarine Cincinnati Memorial Association to identify a site for the Cold War Memorial and Peace Pavilion. Veterans will be honored with music and a special token..jpg?sfvrsn=8dfb238_5)
Cleveland Veterans Day Parade | Nov. 11
This parade beginning at Cleveland City Hall and ending at Tower City Center’s Skylight Concourse brings plenty of fanfare along the way. The route will feature patriotic floats, local performers and marching bands; giveaways, performances and children’s activities populate downtown. Line the streets in honor of our men and women in uniform, then head to the concourse for a “celebration of veterans” from 1 to 4 p.m.
Veterans Day Ceremony at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum | Nov. 11
Visit this Columbus destination to honor 250 years of our nation as well as the 25th anniversary of 9/11. The event is free with registration and encourages guests not only to look back at history but celebrate how far our country has come. Speakers include Joanne Bass, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, Jennifer Ballou, retired U.S. Army Master Sgt. and Zachariah Collett, retired U.S. Army Staff Sgt.
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