Belleville Will Honor Veterans With Parade, 5K Run/Walk

BELLEVILLE, NJ — Belleville will hold its annual Veterans Day parade on Sunday, Nov. 12 for 2023.

The parade will step off at noon at the Veterans Memorial at Union and Tiona avenues, according to a township news release.

Prior to the parade, a 5K walk/run fundraising event will take place. The money will benefit township veterans organizations, as well as supports a scholarship fund created to aid a graduating Belleville senior, organizers said.

Here’s what to know if you plan to go, organizers added:

“There is age-based pricing for entrants under 18 (a $5 savings will be automatically applied when you sign up at runsignup.com) and for active or retired military members (a $10 savings by entering the coupon code “MIL” at checkout). Also, first responders can save $5 by entering the coupon code “FIRST” at checkout. Bib pickups will be from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.; the race will start at 9 a.m. This is a disposable chip timed 5K run; the course is certified for all those serious runners out there.”

“Our Veterans Day events foster community connections, increase civic pride and encourage healthy lifestyles through exercise,” Mayor Michael Melham said. “But, most importantly, it is how we help say ‘thank you’ to Belleville’s veterans.”

For more information, call 973-450-3345.

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