Veterans Day 2023: Austin and Central Texas Guide

Central Texas Veterans Day Events

Monday, November 13, 2023

Veterans Memorial Park, San Antonio, 6:30 a.m.: 15th Annual Field of Honor
Veterans Day Parade, Austin, 11:00 a.m.: Held each year on Congress Avenue in the heart of downtown Austin.
10th Annual Veterans Day Celebration, Lakeway, 11:00 a.m.: Live music by the Lone Star Symphonic Band and more.
Memorial and Veterans Day Ceremony, Bastrop, 11:00 a.m.: Held annually at the Williamson County Veterans Memorial.
Governor Abbott Proclaims Support, statewide, ongoing: All month long, Governor Abbott encourages Texans to pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of our veterans and military families.

Free meals from many restaurants, including Golden Corral, Olive Garden, and Red Lobster.
Free services at Home Depot, including tool rental, home repairs, and more.
Free services at Lowe's, including tool rental, home repairs, and more.
Free shipping on orders over $50 from Hobby Lobby.
Free shipping on orders over $49 from Michaels.

There are many ways to support veterans throughout the year, not just on Veterans Day. Here are a few ideas:

Donate to a veterans organization. There are many reputable veterans organizations that provide a variety of services to veterans, including housing, healthcare, and job training.
Volunteer your time. There are many opportunities to volunteer your time at veterans organizations, such as helping with fundraising events, visiting veterans in hospitals, or providing transportation to medical appointments.
Shop at veteran-owned businesses. There are many veteran-owned businesses that sell a variety of products and services. By shopping at these businesses, you can help support veterans and their families.
Thank a veteran. One of the simplest ways to support veterans is to simply thank them for their service. When you see a veteran, take a moment to shake their hand and tell them how much you appreciate their sacrifice.