Lubbock's Los Hermanos Familia non-profit organization and The Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 0900 are inviting volunteers and participants to join in for its 11th annual Veterans Day parade set for Nov. 14.
The Veterans Day Parade honors all veterans and those who have served in Lubbock and surrounding communities, according to a news release from Los Hermanos Familia.
The 2026 theme is:“250 Years of Freedom” – Celebrating the numerous generations and families who continue to serve our country with dignity and pride.
"Participants are encouraged to pay tribute to veterans and all who have served the community. Veterans, their family members, marching bands, floats, etc., are encouraged to be included," reads a statement from Los Hermanos
Familia.
Set-up will start at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 14, with the parade beginning at 10 a.m.
Due to construction on the regular route on Broadway, the parade will start on Avenue A, travel east on Broadway, turn south (right) on Canyon Lake Drive, and end at the park/grassy area across from the Windmill Center at 1701 Canyon Lake Drive.
How to participate in Lubbock's Veterans Day parade
The organization is seeking area World War II veterans to serve as grand marshals for the event.
Community members are asked to call the organization at 806-776-4904 to recommend veterans and can go to their website at www.loshermanosfamilia.org/veteran-s-day-parade to register for the parade.
For 2026, participation in the Veterans Day Parade of Lubbock is free for most participants.
Instead of a registration fee, participants are encouraged to donate to support this year’s parade.
Political organizations and candidates are still subject to a participation fee.
All vehicles and motorcycles must have individual insurance.
Adam D. Young is the Editor of the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal and Amarillo Globe-News in Texas. Have a news tip for him? Email him at ayoung@lubbockonline.com.
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