LIST: Veterans Day events happening across the Coastal Empire

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Counties across the Coastal Empire are honoring veterans with events and parades in Georgia and South Carolina.

Check back as WTOC adds more events as they are announced. Veterans Day 2026 is on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Georgia

Bryan County

• McAllister Elementary School Veterans Day Program
• • What: Join our Wildcat family for a special Veterans Day celebration honoring those who have served and continue to serve our country.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 5 p.m.
  • Where: McAllister Elementary School Cafeteria, 224 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
  • More Information: McAllister Elementary School Veterans Day Program
• Annual Veterans Day Ceremony
• • What: The community is invited to attend and honor all who have answered the call to serve.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m.
  • Where: Veterans Monument in J.F. Gregory Park, 521 Cedar St, Richmond Hill, GA 31324
  • More Information: Annual Veterans Day Ceremony

Bulloch County

• Valor’s Veterans Day Ball
• • What: The Bulloch Patriot Project invites the community to join local leaders, community members and distinguished guests for a night of dinner, drinks and live music to celebrate those who served. Proceeds directly support pre-development and supportive service integrations for Valor Valley — a 2,000-family permanent supportive housing initiative bringing Functional Zero veteran homelessness to Bulloch County.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Where: Holiday Inn Statesboro-University’s Ballroom, 455 Commerce Dr, Statesboro, GA 30458
  • More Information: Valor’s Veterans Day Ball
• American Legion Dexter Allen Post 90 Annual Veterans Day Program
• • What: The keynote speaker is LTC Damion Hunter, professor of military science at Georgia Southern. Coffee and donuts will be provided by the Daughters of the American Revolution, followed by the program honoring Bulloch County’s veterans. Lunch will be provided immediately following at the American Legion Dexter Allen Post 90.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. The program begins at 11 a.m.
  • Where: Averitt Center for the Arts, Emma Kelly Theater, 33 East Main Street, Statesboro, GA 30458
  • More Information: American Legion Dexter Allen Post 90 Annual Veterans Day Program

Candler County

• Metter Elementary School Veterans Day Program
• • What: Metter Elementary School is excited to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Are you or a family member a veteran living in Candler County? Join for a special Veterans Day Breakfast.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 8 a.m.
  • Where: Metter Elementary School, 33661 Hwy 129 South, Metter, GA 30439
  • More Information: Metter Elementary School Veterans Day Program

Chatham County

• Liberty & Legacy Ball
• • What: A cocktail to formal attire/military dress uniform event to honor and acknowledge the Veteran Community within the Chatham County and Savannah area. Guest Speaker will be the current Commanding General, Major General Neuman, USAF, of the mighty Eighth Air Force from Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 6, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Cost: $45
  • More Information: Liberty & Legacy Ball
• 2026 Veterans Day Parade
• • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Where: The parade is expected to disband on Broughton Street at Habersham Street.
  • More Information: 2026 Veterans Day Parade
• Fort Pulaski Living History Experience
• • What: “’Vigilance Was Exacted’ - The 157th New York Infantry and the Immortal Six Hundred” will help visitors imagine the daily lives of soldiers at Fort Pulaski in November 1864 during the Civil War.
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Where: Fort Pulaski National Monument, 101 Fort Pulaski Rd, Savannah, GA 31410
  • More Information: Fort Pulaski Living History Experience
• Savannah Classical Academy Veterans Day Program
• • What: An event honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces through student performances, artwork and reflections on service. The celebration will feature guest speakers, performances by SCA’s Upper School Strings Ensemble and Lower School Choirs and a display of student artwork.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 8:30 a.m.
  • Where: Savannah Classical Academy, 705 E. Anderson St., Savannah, GA 31401
  • More Information: Savannah Classical Academy Veterans Day Program
• Veterans of Foreign Wars Free Meals for Veterans
• • What: Immediately following the Savannah Veterans Day Parade, VFW Post 660 will provide free meals to veterans as a gesture of gratitude for their service and sacrifice. The Veterans Day menu will feature pulled pork, macaroni and cheese and green beans.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, immediately following the Savannah Veterans Day Parade
  • Where: VFW Post 660 Canteen & Grill, 5115 Ogeechee Road, Savannah, GA 31405
  • More Information: Contact Daniel Jackson, Post 660 Auxiliary Historian and Media Relations Chairman, at (912) 346-7872 or danieljackson.aux660@gmail.com

Effingham County

• 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony
• • What: This year’s ceremony will honor the courage, service and sacrifice of the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The Board of Commissioners will welcome Command Sergeant Major Richard (Rick) Merritt, U.S. Army, Retired, as the guest speaker.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m.
  • Where: Veterans Park of Effingham County, intersection of 1st Street and Highway 21, Springfield, GA 31329
  • More Information: 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony

Jeff Davis County

• Jeff Davis County Veterans Association Ceremony
• • What: Hazlehurst’s Will Moseley will be performing a few songs for the JDCVA 2026 Veterans Day program. The guest speaker will be Ken Smith, of Hazlehurst.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m.
  • Where: Jeff Davis County Veteran’s Square, South Tallahassee Street, Hazlehurst, GA 31539 (next to the Jeff Davis County Courthouse)
  • More Information: Jeff Davis County Veterans Association Ceremony

Screven County

• Downtown Sylvania Veterans Honor Walk
• • What: The Veterans Honor Walk will feature guided tours, local veterans’ stories and uniformed VFW storytellers as we take time as a community to remember, recognize and celebrate the sacrifices made by those who have worn our nation’s uniform.
  • When: Friday, Nov. 13, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 14, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Where: Downtown Sylvania
  • More Information: Downtown Sylvania Veterans Honor Walk

Tattnall County

• Tattnall County Schools Veterans Day Processional
• • What: The processional will travel through all Tattnall County Schools campuses. Community members are encouraged to greet the processional as it passes through your area. This is a drive-through celebration. Breakfast will be served to veterans immediately following the processional at Low Country Cremation and Burial in Reidsville.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11. Veterans meet for lineup at 8:15 a.m.
  • Where: Start at Glennville National Guard Armory, Armory Road, Glennville, GA 30427
  • More Information: Tattnall County Schools Veterans Day Processional

Wayne County

• 2026 Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony
• • What: Join to honor the brave men and women who have served the country. Bring your family, wave your flags and help show gratitude to veterans and active-duty service members. Line the streets and celebrate the heroes who have protected our freedom.
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 7, at 10 a.m.
  • Where: Downtown Jesup, parade line-up on West Broad Street
  • More Information: 2026 Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony

South Carolina

Beaufort County

• Veterans Affairs’ 2026 Veterans Day Parade
• • What: Beaufort County Veterans Affairs is inviting residents, community organizations and children’s groups to honor local veterans. Groups, floats and individuals, will begin lining up at 8 a.m. on Adventure Street. The route starts in front of Beaufort National Cemetery.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m.
  • Where: Beaufort National Cemetery, Boundary Street and Bay Street, ending at Boundary and Bladen streets
  • More Information: Veterans Affairs’ 2026 Veterans Day Parade
• Hardeeville 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony
• • What: Brings the community together to honor the courage, service and sacrifice of the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our nation. Veterans, their families and community members are encouraged to attend.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
  • Where: Memorial Park, 20 Martin St., Hardeeville, SC 31328
  • More Information: Hardeeville 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony

Hampton County

• American Legion Post Veterans Day
• • What: American Legion Post 108 in Hampton will honor all those brave veterans living and deceased who sacrificed for us.
  • When: Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 10:45 a.m.
  • Where: American Legion Post 108, 302 Hoover St. South, Hampton, SC 29924
  • More Information: American Legion Post Veterans Day

Jasper County

• Jasper County Schools 3rd Annual Veterans Appreciation Day
• • What: The Jasper County Veterans Affairs Office invites veterans, their families and the community to the 3rd Annual Veterans Appreciation Day – Low Country Boil! Join this special celebration honoring the brave men and women who have served our nation. Enjoy an evening of great food, fellowship, and community appreciation.
  • When: Saturday, Nov. 14, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Where: Jasper County Farmers Market 9935 South Jacob Smart Boulevard, Ridgeland, SC 29936
  • More Information: Jasper County Schools 3rd Annual Veterans Appreciation Day