Palm Springs To Host Veterans Day Celebration With Parade, Concert And Tribute Events

PALM SPRINGS, CA — The City of Palm Springs will host a weeklong series of events honoring veterans and active-duty military members, beginning Wednesday, the city said.

The festivities will include a Veterans Day parade and concert, a letter-writing activity at VillageFest and a complimentary dinner and concert for veterans and active-duty military members, the city announced on Monday.

The annual Veterans Day Parade and Concert will begin at 3:30 p.m. in downtown Palm Springs.

The parade will feature military units, marching bands, veterans organizations and a historic U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet. The aircraft has been featured in Navy test operations, the Blue Angels and the movie "Top Gun: Maverick."

Following the parade, attendees can enjoy a patriotic concert by the 300th Army Reserve Band, followed by a fireworks finale.

On Thursday, VillageFest will host "Letters to All Who Served" from 6 to 9 p.m. in downtown Palm Springs. Community members will have an opportunity to write personal letters of appreciation to veterans in recognition of their service.

The week's activities will continue Friday with a Veterans Dinner and Concert in the Park at Downtown Park, the city said.

Veterans and active-duty military members were invited to attend a complimentary dinner from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., followed by live patriotic music from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Participants will also receive a commemorative Challenge Coin, an American flag and a letter of thanks.

Additional information about the week's events is available at psveteransday.com.