We, at MetroFamily, extend our sincerest appreciation to all our veterans for your service! On this day, we honor our military and the sacrifices made for our freedoms. Organizations in the metro have organized opportunities to teach the community the importance of honoring those who serve.
Check out this list for ways to honor veterans in the metro today, plus special discounts for veterans.
Nov. 1-2
Veterans @ FAM
659 First Americans Blvd, OKC
Celebrate and honor Native service members by adding their records to a searchable database within FAM’s OKLA HOMMA exhibition. First Americans Museum (FAM) invites First American veterans and active military who are enrolled citizens of the 39 Tribal Nations in Oklahoma to bring photos, records and other materials that document their service. Free to attend. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Nov. 9
FREE Blanchard’s Veterans Day Parade
Main St, Blanchard
Features high school marching bands and cheer squads, as well as numerous Shriners’ units and more, all paying tribute to U.S. military veterans. 10:30 a.m.- noon.
Veterans Day 5K at Mitch Park
1501 W Covell Rd, Edmond
Features a 5K run and family activities benefiting Mission 22, a nonprofit serving active service members, veterans and their families. $25-$30. 2-4 p.m.
Nov. 10
FREE Norman’s Veteran’s Day Parade at Reaves Park
2501 S Jenkins Ave, Norman
Features a parade and memorial ceremony commemorating those who defend our country. 2-4:30 p.m.
FREE Canadian County Veterans Parade & Celebration in Downtown El Reno
206 W Bickford, El Reno
Features a parade, guest speaker, patriotic songs performed by a local choir and a recital of the Gettysburg Address. 3-4:30 p.m.
Nov. 11
FREE Veterans Day Parade in Midwest City
S.E. 15th St and Century Blvd, Midwest City
Features a parade featuring marching bands, military personnel and equipment, Shriner’s and more. 10 a.m.-11 a.m.
FREE Veterans Day Celebration at Oklahoma National Guard Museum
2145 N.E. 36th St, OKC
Features a performance by the 145th Army Band, a guest speaker and a beautiful Massing of the Colors. The museum and its grounds will be open for attendees to enjoy as well. 10-11 a.m.
FREE Moore Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park
301 S Howard Ave, Moore
Features a special ceremony honoring the sacrifice of local veterans and their families. 10-11 a.m.
FREE Veterans Celebration at Stephenson Park
431 S Blvd, Edmond
Features a guest speaker, a performance by a children’s choir and more honor those who have served our country. Free to attend. 4:30-6 p.m.
Nov. 16
Veterans Day Show at Oklahoma Opry
25 S. Oklahoma Ave, OKC
Features a very special Veteran’s Day Show with a full lineup of performers and a Guitars For Vets performance. Veterans will receive a free bag of popcorn at the concession stand. $20. 7 p.m.
Venues offering free or discounted admission for veterans:
- Andy’s Altitude – Free All Access Pass for active & retired military on Saturday. Family members $20.
- Oklahoma City Museum of Art – The museum is offering free admission to veterans and active-duty military Nov. 13-15 in honor of Veterans Day. Individuals may show their IDs at the admissions desk to receive free admission. Veterans and active-duty military receive discounted admission to the Museum throughout the year and kids 17 & under are always free!
- Oklahoma City Zoo – Nov. 1-14, the OKC Zoo is offering all active duty, retired and veteran members of the military, National Guard and Reserves free general Zoo admission. Additionally, up to four immediate family members of qualifying individuals will receive 50% off of general Zoo admission on the date of visit.
- Oklahoma Hall of Fame – The Oklahoma Hall of Fame offers a military and veteran admission discount throughout the year.
- Sam Noble Museum – year-round free admission for active-duty military and veterans and $1 discount for any non-service family members and/or friends.
- Starbucks – On Nov. 11, Starbucks will offer a free tall (12-oz) brewed coffee (hot or iced) for Veterans, service members and military spouses at all U.S. Starbucks stores.
- Joe’s Famous Pizza – Veterans eat free all day on Veterans Day.
