Mayor's Press Release
Join Us as Houston Salutes Veterans
October 31, 2024 -- Mayor John Whitmire invites the public to the annual "Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration."
The event will honor and celebrate the brave men, women, and families who fight for our liberty and freedom.
The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m., Monday, Nov. 11, and feature keynote speaker Vice Admiral James W. Crawford III, President of Texas Southern University.
WHEN: Monday, November 11, 2024
WHERE: City Hall, 901 Bagby St. Houston, TX 77002
10 a.m. – Ceremony begins
11:00 a.m. – The ceremony ends with a 21 Gun Salute and a Moment of Silence in honor of the signing of the WWI Armistice.
11:30 a.m. – Houston Salutes American Heroes Parade
Houston is a cornerstone of Veterans Day celebrations in the United States. As a city, Houston is proud to pay tribute to our men and women in the military.
Parking is free in the Theater District Tranquility Parking Garage. Please use entrances #2 and #5 to receive the complimentary parking.
Thanks to our generous sponsors: HCA Houston Healthcare, UTHealth Houston, EOG Resources, Inc., Grace After Fire, LyondellBasell, Panama-Texas Connection Foundation, McDonald's Houston, Radio One Houston
The event is produced by the Mayor's Office of Special Events. benefitting Houston Civic Events, Inc.