Thousands of New Yorkers are gearing up for the city's annual Veterans Day parade on Tuesday, which will honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The grand procession is set to take place at 12:30 p.m., beginning at East 25th Street and winding its way up Fifth Avenue to East 45th Street.
The event features a diverse range of participants, including present and past members of every branch of the military, youth cadets, marching bands, vintage vehicles, and service organizations. According to the United War Veterans Council, which runs the event, this year's parade commemorates 250 years of military service since the start of the Revolutionary War.
Veterans and active military will kick off the day with an early-morning Honor Ruck fitness march, starting at 8:30 a.m. in lower Manhattan. A wreath-laying ceremony is set to take place later that morning in Madison Square Park.
The parade itself will be led by a trio of distinguished guests: Clinton Romesha, a former United States Army soldier and Medal of Honor recipient; Stephen Peck, a Marine veteran and homeless veterans advocate; and Sunita "Suni" Williams, a NASA Astronaut and retired U.S. Navy Captain.
Weather conditions are expected to be clear skies on Veterans Day, with a high temperature of around 44 degrees Fahrenheit, so it's advisable to bundle up. The parade will also be streamed online and air on ABC for those who prefer not to brave the crowds or chill in the air.
Motorists should be aware that several streets will be closed during the parade, including Broadway between West 23rd Street and West 29th Street, as well as Fifth Avenue between West 23rd Street and West 26th Street. The NYPD is advising drivers to avoid these areas altogether.
Meanwhile, New York institutions are marking Veterans Day with a range of events and activities. The NY Waterway will provide free ferry rides on all routes for active-duty military personnel and veterans, while the Intrepid Museum will offer free admission to U.S. veterans on Tuesday. Admission to the museum's annual Veterans Day ceremony at 3:30 p.m., including a commemorative wreath-laying in the Hudson River, is also open to all museum ticket-holders.
The state of New York is also observing Veterans Day with its final Free Fishing Day of 2025, offering residents and non-residents alike the opportunity to fish in freshwater without a license. And upstate, the National Baseball Hall of Fame is offering free admission for veterans throughout November.
The event features a diverse range of participants, including present and past members of every branch of the military, youth cadets, marching bands, vintage vehicles, and service organizations. According to the United War Veterans Council, which runs the event, this year's parade commemorates 250 years of military service since the start of the Revolutionary War.
Veterans and active military will kick off the day with an early-morning Honor Ruck fitness march, starting at 8:30 a.m. in lower Manhattan. A wreath-laying ceremony is set to take place later that morning in Madison Square Park.
The parade itself will be led by a trio of distinguished guests: Clinton Romesha, a former United States Army soldier and Medal of Honor recipient; Stephen Peck, a Marine veteran and homeless veterans advocate; and Sunita "Suni" Williams, a NASA Astronaut and retired U.S. Navy Captain.
Weather conditions are expected to be clear skies on Veterans Day, with a high temperature of around 44 degrees Fahrenheit, so it's advisable to bundle up. The parade will also be streamed online and air on ABC for those who prefer not to brave the crowds or chill in the air.
Motorists should be aware that several streets will be closed during the parade, including Broadway between West 23rd Street and West 29th Street, as well as Fifth Avenue between West 23rd Street and West 26th Street. The NYPD is advising drivers to avoid these areas altogether.
Meanwhile, New York institutions are marking Veterans Day with a range of events and activities. The NY Waterway will provide free ferry rides on all routes for active-duty military personnel and veterans, while the Intrepid Museum will offer free admission to U.S. veterans on Tuesday. Admission to the museum's annual Veterans Day ceremony at 3:30 p.m., including a commemorative wreath-laying in the Hudson River, is also open to all museum ticket-holders.
The state of New York is also observing Veterans Day with its final Free Fishing Day of 2025, offering residents and non-residents alike the opportunity to fish in freshwater without a license. And upstate, the National Baseball Hall of Fame is offering free admission for veterans throughout November.
I'm telling you, something's off about this Veterans Day parade. Like, have you noticed how many distinguished guests they're inviting? Clinton Romesha, Stephen Peck, and Sunita "Suni" Williams - all of them are super accomplished in their fields, but what's the connection between their backgrounds? It's like they're trying to send a message or something... 
And have you seen the lineup for the parade? It's like they're just throwing out names and hoping no one asks questions. 
I'm not saying it's a cover-up or anything, but there's definitely something fishy going on here... 
It's gonna be epic with distinguished guests like Clinton Romesha, Stephen Peck, and Sunita "Suni" Williams leading the way. The whole city is coming together to honor those who've served our country, and I'm all about it! 
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is always a huge deal! 
It's like, you gotta see it to believe it 
The energy, the performances, the history... everything comes together to make it an unforgettable experience 
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Clinton Romesha, Stephen Peck, and Sunita Williams are like, whoa! 
They're not just inspiring us, but also bringing their expertise to the table 
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its always a special day to show appreciation for those who have served our country 
meanwhile, i'm also thinkin bout how crazy crowded the streets gonna be 
and who's gonna handle the traffic? NYPD better be ready 
at least we got some awesome events lined up 4 vets, like free ferry rides & museum admission 
just thinking about all these amazing parades and events happening on Veterans Day makes me wanna be there 
. I love that NYC institutions are also getting in on the action with free ferry rides and museum admission for vets 
. Let's all show some respect and gratitude to our heroes this Veterans Day 
. I love that Clinton Romesha, Stephen Peck, and Sunita "Suni" Williams are leading the parade - what a trio of awesome heroes! 
. I just wish more people could participate, but at least this way it'll be remembered in a virtual way if they can't make it out 
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can't wait for the parade and ceremony at madison square park gonna bundle up tho lol 44 degrees in nyc is COLD 
. And what's with the NYPD being so heavy-handed again?
. And can we talk about how cool it is that they're leading the parade? 
It's gonna be lit! But seriously, let's not forget why we're doing this in the first place – to honor those who have served and to show our appreciation for their sacrifices.
. That's just awesome. And the Intrepid Museum giving free admission to U.S. veterans? Come on, it's about time! 
We should be celebrating our heroes, not just taking selfies in front of the American flag. Free Fishing Day of 2025? Yeah, that sounds like a real thing I'd get on board with 
. But hey, what do I know, right?
. It's great that they're offering free ferry rides and museum admission to active-duty personnel and vets 
! Fingers crossed for clear skies though 
just read that NYC is closing off Broadway between West 23rd and 29th streets during Veterans Day parade 
hope everyone has a good insurance plan ready in case they get stuck in traffic 
weather's supposed to be clear, but let's see how that plays out 
anyways, good for the NYPD setting up traffic control, can't have accidents on Veterans Day 
also, awesome that the NYPD is warning us about the street closures beforehand 
so we can plan ahead and avoid any traffic jams... just another reason to love this city! 
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... anyway, i think its super cool that they got these awesome guests to lead the parade like clinton romesha and stephen peck 
. and 250 yrs of military service is a huge deal btw. also, what's up with free ferry rides on NY waterway? thats so thoughtful 
NY waterway is doin somethin so cool by offerin free ferry rides 2 active-duty military & vets, and intrepid museum is givin free admission 2 all vets... its just the best!