Each Veterans Day, Middle Tennessee families come together to show respect and support for those that are willing to risk their lives to help keep America safe. Gather yours and head out to a local parade, ceremony or other event that honors our veterans.
2026 Veterans Day Events in Middle Tennessee:
Franklin Veterans Day Parade
Parades
- Nolensville: The parade takes place on Saturday, Nov. 7 starting at 11 a.m. from Rolling Hills Community Church.
- Hendersonville: The city’s annual parade happens on Sunday, Nov. 8 at 2 p.m., starting on Main Street from Cherokee Drive to Executive Park Drive.
- Nashville: Festivities kick off at 9 a.m. with the parade beginning at 11:11 a.m. on Broadway on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
- Franklin: The annual Veterans Day Parade starts at 11 a.m. on Main Street on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
- Goodlettsville: The annual parade starts at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11 through Moss-Wright Park. Then, the ceremony begins at 11 a.m. at the Historic Bowen Campbell House.
- Rutherford County: The first annual daytime procession featuring marching bands and community groups honoring military veterans starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14 in Downtown Murfreesboro.
Murfreesboro Veterans Day Ceremony
Ceremonies and Programs
- Murfreesboro: The 29th Murfreesboro Veterans Day Service will be held at the Rutherford County Courthouse (Rain or shine) on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m.
- La Vergne: The city hosts its annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at La Vergne City Hall.
- Brentwood: At 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 11, the City of Brentwood will honor local veterans with a special Veterans Day ceremony at the Brentwood Police Headquarters.
Field of Honor at Andrew Jacksons Hermitage
Other Events
- Field of Honor at Andrew Jacksons Hermitage: United States flags will fly in a solemn formation at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage Nov. 5 – 14. This display flags will bring the community together in a patriotic tribute to honor our heroes.
- Shelli Huether Veterans Day Honor Run/Walk: Run, walk or RUCK your way through a 5k, 10k or 8-hour ultra marathon on Saturday, Nov. 7. The race starts at Granny White Park at 8 a.m.
- Nashville Zoo: Present your official military ID or paperwork for free admission to the zoo on Sunday, Nov. 8.
- Country Music Hall of Fame: The museum will honor active-duty and retired armed services members (plus us up to three immediate family members) with free admission on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
- Ascend Amphitheater: Join in at Ascend Amphitheater for its free Community Day honoring military veterans on Wednesday, Nov. 11 from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Enjoy a beautiful fall Veteran’s Day in downtown Nashville with family-friendly activities, live music, food and drinks,and exciting ways to engage with your local community.
- Adventure Science Center: Adventure Science Center (800 Fort Negley Boulevard, Nashville) and Operation Stand Down invite veterans and military families to a free evening of discovery on Thursday, Nov. 12. From 3:30 – 9 p.m., enjoy hands-on exhibits, planetarium shows and quality time together as we honor your service.
