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 by providing an annual “Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration”. This civic celebration honors and celebrates the brave men, women, and families who pay the ultimate sacrifice for liberty and freedom.
The celebration begins with a job, resource and health fair for military personnel, past and present. Many returning veterans find themselves unemployed or under employed while trying to effectively translate their extensive military skills into the current job market. Approximately 300,000 veterans live in the Houston metropolitan area with 22,000 of those veterans having returned since 9/11. The health fair will provide on-site health screenings, including flu shots.
The ceremony will begin at 10:00 am and end with a moment of silence in memory of the WWI signing of the Armistice. The salute continues with a 11:30 am parade that winds through downtown. Over 10,000 Houstonians pay tribute to our veterans by observing the parade and have the opportunity to participate in the job/health fair.
Parking is free in the Theater District Tranquillity Garage (entrances #2 and #5 only) from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
We know you love your home at Enclave at Woodbridge Apartments in Sugar Land, Texas, but it’s important to stay active and involved in your community. Attending this event is the perfect chance for you to journey outside your comfort zone to meet new people and seek new opportunities.
Event Time/Date:
Saturday, November 11, 2017—9:00 AM
Event Venue Location:
City Hall
901 Bagby Street
Houston, Texas 77002