Sunday November 8, 2026

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The National Veterans Parade in Washington, DC

The First Ever National Parade for Our Veterans

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PARADE

Sunday, November 8th, 2026
at Noon

Constitution Avenue from the National Archives to the White House!

5K RUN

Sunday, November 8th, 8:00 am

The NVP5K Run starts at Constitution and 6th St Running the Parade Route and Back!

PARADE & FIELD SHOW FOR MARCHING BANDS

Saturday, November 7th, 
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
On the Mall between the Washington Monument and the WWII Memorial

PARADE

Sunday, November 8th, 2026 at Noon

Constitution Avenue from the National Archives to the White House!

5K RUN

Sunday, November 8th, 8:00 am

The NVP5K Run starts at Constitution and 6th St Running the Parade Route and Back!

PARADE & FIELD SHOW FOR MARCHING BANDS

Saturday, November 7th, 
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
On the Mall  between the Washington Monument and the WWII Memorial

Let’s Honor Our Veterans, Together

Join us for our Fourth Annual National Parade to honor the Men and Women who have taken the Solemn Oath to “Preserve and Protect our Constitution, from all enemies, foreign and domestic”. The first and only National Veterans Parade in Washington, DC.

On Sunday, November 8th, 2026, our National Veterans Parade will march up our National Parade Route, Constitution Avenue from our National Archives to the White House.

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The National Veterans Parade Foundation is dedicated to honoring our nation’s veterans through meaningful, community-driven events that celebrate service, sacrifice, and unity.

🇺🇸 WASHINGTON, D.C. — NOVEMBER 8, 2026!Join us at the National Archives, Constitution Avenue & 7th Street, for an unforgettable day honoring America’s heroes!SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 — PARADE DAY🏃‍♂️ 8:00 AM — NVP5KStart your morning with a 3.1-mile run or walk in honor of our Veterans. The race begins at Constitution Avenue and 7th Street.🇺🇸 11:30 AM — Opening CeremoniesJoin us across from the National Archives as we officially open the National Veterans Parade.🎖️ 12:00 PM — NATIONAL VETERANS PARADEThe Parade steps off in Washington, D.C.!🏁 2:30 PM — Anticipated Parade ConclusionAN INCREDIBLE LINEUP!* All branches of our Active-Duty Military* Veterans from across America and around the world* Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs)* 25 outstanding marching bands* Patriotic floats and historic military vehicles* ROTC and JROTC units* And so much more!This is more than a parade. It is a national gathering to recognize the men and women who have raised their right hands and taken the oath to defend our Constitution and our nation.Regardless of political affiliation, religious beliefs, or background, let us come together as Americans and show our Veterans, our nation, and the world how grateful we are for their service and sacrifice.Every Veteran deserves to be celebrated, acknowledged, and remembered.🇺🇸 UNITED IN WASHINGTON, D.C. — VETERANS FIRST!Come for the 5K. Stay for the Parade. Be part of something extraordinary!#NationalVeteransParade #NVP2026 #NVP5K #VeteransFirst #UnitedInWashingtonDC #HonorOurVeterans ...
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🇺🇸 AMERICA, LET’S COME TOGETHER.Regardless of our political beliefs, religious backgrounds, differences of opinion, or where we come from, there is something we can all stand together for: OUR VETERANS. ...
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Support Our Mission

The National Veterans Parade Foundation receives NO federal funding, rather we rely on corporate and private sponsors and donors for the entire production expenses involved. Please consider any tax deductable donation or sponorship at any level that meets your personal or business budget.

Thank You to Our Partners

Your sponsorship is vital in supporting our veterans and honoring their service.

The National Veterans Parade Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is dedicated to raising awareness, providing resources, and supporting organizations that serve our veterans. Together, we can highlight their sacrifices and ensure their successful reintegration into society.

Contact Us About Sponsorship or call/text 202.674.8490. You can also email us at info@nationalveteransparade.org.

Let’s work together to make a difference!

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