Houston Veterans Day Event Guide 2026: 50+ Events, Nov 5–14

November 03, 2026

Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11 — but Houston starts celebrating on November 5 and doesn't stop until the 14th. Parades, galas, 5Ks, luncheons, clay shoots, comedy, and one very important book launch. Every event in this guide is in person and verified, with the venue, address, and a link to register or learn more. Pick your days — we'll see you out there.

At a glance: 51 in-person events across Greater Houston from Thursday, November 5 through Saturday, November 14, 2026. Veterans Day itself is Wednesday, November 11, with the city's official ceremony at Hermann Square (10:00 AM) and the American Heroes Parade through downtown (11:30 AM). Each listing below has the time, the full address, and a link to register or learn more.

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Thursday, November 5

🍳 Humble Veterans Day Breakfast Networking Event

🕡 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
📍 Main Street Hub, 305 East Main Street, Humble, TX 77338

Join fellow veterans for a free breakfast and conversation at Main Street Hub on East Main Street in Humble — an easy start to Veterans Day week.

🍖 Boots & BBQ: A Veterans Day Salute to Service

🕡 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 Houston City College — Central Campus, 1300 Holman Street, Houston, TX 77004

Houston City College hosts a Veterans Day celebration with BBQ, a commemorative walk, veteran resources, music, and games honoring those who served.

🦅 Champions of Freedom Membership Luncheon

🕡 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Amegy Tower, 1717 West Loop South, Houston, TX 77027

Career Gear Houston's 11th annual luncheon celebrates America's 250th anniversary, with keynote speaker Taamir Ransome, Special Operations veteran and author of Mind of a Soldier.

👢 2026 Denim & Diamonds Gala

🕡 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
📍 Safari Texas Ranch Ballroom, 11627 FM 1464, Richmond, TX 77407

Dust off your boots for a Texas BBQ buffet, live music, and auctions at Safari Texas Ranch Ballroom. Proceeds benefit OATH and Stay Tuned for Vets and the veterans they serve.

Friday, November 6

🎖️ Salute to Veterans Luncheon

🕡 10:45 AM - 1:30 PM
📍 West Houston Institute, 2811 Hayes Rd, Houston, TX 77082

The Houston West Chamber honors Desert Storm veterans at West Houston Institute, with a panel of Gulf War veterans and keynote Brig. Gen. E.A. Buddy Grantham.

🎗️ Salute to Military & First Responders Luncheon

🕡 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Landry's Kemah Waterfront, #1 Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah, TX 77565

Honor military members and first responders over lunch at Landry's Kemah Boardwalk, with speaker Billy Forney, a 9/11 survivor. Veterans, active duty, and first responders attend free with RSVP; individual tickets $50.

Saturday, November 7

🥞 Breakfast with Our Veterans & First Responders

🕡 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
📍 Katy Elks Lodge #2628, 1050 Katy Fort Bend Rd, Katy, TX 77493

American Legion Post 164 and the Katy Elks serve an all-you-can-eat breakfast honoring veterans and first responders. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids.

👟 12th Annual Pearland Veterans Day Walk

🕡 7:15 AM
📍 Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Road, Pearland, TX 77584

Check in at 7:15, join the honor ceremony at 8:30, then walk with the community. $20 pre- registration benefits Camp Hope and veterans battling PTSD.

🏃 VCG Freedom 5K

🕡 7:30 AM
📍 Stevenson Park, 910 S. Friendswood Dr, Friendswood, TX 77546

Run or walk the Freedom 5K to support veterans, spouses, and children through education, and enjoy a morning of fitness and community. Registration is $35 through RunSignup.

🏅 Annual Mighty Oaks Veterans Day Run

🕡 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
📍 500 Collins St, Conroe, TX 77301

Take on a 5K or 10K through Conroe that raises awareness of veteran suicide for the Mighty Oaks Foundation. Registration is $22 and closes November 6.

🚶 Coach Kay's Walk & Talk Veterans Walk

🕡 8:00 AM
📍 Hunters Glen Park, 1340 Independence Blvd, Missouri City, TX 77489

Check in at 7:30 AM and walk and talk with fellow veterans at Hunters Glen Park. This Veterans Day edition honors those who served and those still fighting silent battles.

🍖 15th Annual Camp Hope BBQ Cook-Off Fundraiser

🕡 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Sam Houston Race Park, 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy W, Houston, TX 77064

Saturday is the public day of the cook-off — championship BBQ, live music, raffles, and auctions benefiting Camp Hope and the PTSD Foundation of America. Friday night is a private event for sponsors and teams.

🎉 Veterans Day Celebration at American Legion Post 586

🕡 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
📍 American Legion Post 586, 708 E. Parker Rd, Houston, TX 77076

An all-day, free Veterans Day celebration with car clubs, vendors, DJs, and live bands until midnight — plus a 100th birthday celebration for WWII veteran Mr. Ensign at 4:00 PM.

🎗️ Salute to Military & First Responders at Kemah Boardwalk

🕡 November 7 – 8, Saturday – Sunday · Saturday 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM · Sunday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Kemah Boardwalk, 215 Kipp Ave, Kemah, TX 77565

A full weekend of military exhibits, a Heroes Market, and a JROTC competition, with fireworks Saturday at 9:00 PM. Military, veterans, and first responders get 50% off All Day Ride Passes with ID.

💌 Cards of Gratitude: A Veterans Day Drop-In Art Session

🕡 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 Ardest Gallery, 25200 Grogans Park Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380

Drop in anytime and make a thank-you card for a local veteran — all supplies provided, all ages welcome, and no cost to participate.

🎨 17th Distinguished Artist Veterans Exhibit — Opening Artist Talk

🕡 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Central Library, 500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77002

Hear veteran artists talk about their work at the Central Library downtown, with a reception following at Lyric Market. The exhibit runs through February 4.

🎤 Salute To The Funny

🕡 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
📍 7014 Woodridge Drive, Houston, TX 77087

Close out the Saturday before Veterans Day with a night of stand-up honoring those who served on Woodridge Drive. Doors open at 7:00 PM; tickets start at $25.09.

🗣️ Voices of Freedom 250 Houston

📍 POST Houston, 401 Franklin St, Houston, TX 77201

Saturday at POST Houston brings Veterans Village and Mission Forward, free for veterans and immediate families with a free RSVP, part of a November 6–8 weekend. The organizer publishes no set hours — check the site before heading out.

Sunday, November 8

🚶 Stars & Stripes Walk Club

🕡 9:00 AM
📍 Tom Bass Dog Park, 3452 Fellows Road, Houston, TX 77047

A peer-led Sunday walk for veterans at Tom Bass Dog Park, focused on connection and mental health — just show up at 9:00 AM. The club also meets Sunday, November 22.

🏃 Run Forrest Run 5K

🕡 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Kemah Boardwalk, 215 Kipp Ave, Kemah, TX 77565

Check in at 8:00 AM and run the boardwalk in this Kemah Salute weekend 5K, which benefits the Gary Sinise Foundation — and stick around for the Forrest look-alike contest at 10:30 AM.

🏆 Veteran's And Family Field Day

🕡 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Emancipation Park, 3018 Emancipation Ave, Houston, TX 77004

A free Veterans & Family Field Day at Emancipation Park with Battle of the Branches games, food, vendors, a veteran resource marketplace, and veteran recognitions. Bring a veteran with you.

Tuesday, November 10

🫡 Veterans Day Celebration

🕡 11:00 AM
📍 Friendswood Activity Building, 416 Morningside Dr, Friendswood, TX 77546

Honor veterans through inspiring speakers and shared memories at this Friendswood celebration. Bring military photos or memorabilia to display — registration is required.

🍺 251st Marine Corps Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony and Celebration

🕡 5:00 PM
📍 Talyard Brewing Co., 1033 Imperial Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77498

Celebrate the 251st Marine Corps birthday at Talyard Brewing with a traditional cake cutting at 7:00 PM and a live "To the Corps" toast at 8:00 PM. Doors open at 5:00 PM.

💼 Veterans in Supply Management & Logistics: Translating Military Excellence into Operational Strength

🕡 5:30 PM
📍 Norris Conference Centers, 816 Town and Country Blvd #210, Houston, TX 77024

ISM-Houston's November dinner meeting explores how veterans translate military leadership and mission-driven experience into supply chain careers, with insights for transitioning service members.

🍻 Veterans Night at Tomball Social Haus

🕡 6:00 PM
📍 Tomball Social Haus, 209 Fannin St, Tomball, TX 77375

Irreverent Warriors hosts a veterans-only night out at Tomball Social Haus — unfiltered camaraderie with people who get it. No kids, no program. Just show up.

🎂 Marine Corps Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony

🕡 7:00 PM
📍 The Angry Elephant Bar & Grill, 22756 Westheimer Pkwy, #100, Katy, TX 77450

Marines and veterans gather at The Angry Elephant for the 251st Marine Corps birthday cake cutting — arrive at 7:00 PM, ceremony at 8:00 PM. Veterans' second drink is on the house.

Wednesday, November 11 — Veterans Day

🍳 Veterans Day Breakfast, Program & Lunch — Honoring Female Veterans

🕡 7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
📍 American Legion Post 472, 7599 Ave C, Houston, TX 77012

American Legion Post 472 honors female veterans with a free Veterans Day breakfast, program, and lunch for all veterans — breakfast at 7:30 AM, program at 11:00 AM, lunch at noon.

⭐ 26th Annual Klein ISD Veterans Day Breakfast & Program

🕡 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM
📍 Klein ISD Multipurpose Center, 7500 FM 2920, Spring, TX 77379

Klein ISD hosts its 26th annual Veterans Day breakfast and program honoring local veterans at the Multipurpose Center on FM 2920. Admission is free.

🎯 Veterans Day Classic

🕡 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 American Shooting Centers, 16500 Westheimer Pkwy, Houston, TX 77082

Registration opens at 7:15 AM for a full sporting clays course presented by KBR. Every dollar trains and places service dogs with disabled veterans at no cost to them — ammo and lunch included.

🫡 Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Commemoration & Parade

🕡 10:00 AM Ceremony | 11:30 AM Parade
📍 Hermann Square at City Hall, 901 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002

The city's annual Veterans Day ceremony at Hermann Square, followed by the American Heroes Parade through downtown Houston, with keynote speaker Ambassador Chase Untermeyer.

🍽️ "One Nation Under God" Luncheon

🕡 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 VFW Post 7109, 4202 W Walnut, Pearland, TX 77581

The Exchange Club of Pearland hosts lunch and inspiration stories honoring our veterans at VFW Post 7109. Veterans eat free; tickets are $25 per person or $250 for a table of eight.

🎖️ HAC MVAC Veterans Day Luncheon

🕡 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
📍 The Nicholas Venue, 2515 Morse Street, Houston, TX 77019

The Houston Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi hosts a free Veterans Day luncheon for Kappa veterans and supporters, with guest speaker Dr. Marshall Smith. Meet-and-greet at 11:30, program at noon.

🙏 A Serving of Grace: Honoring Our Veterans

🕡 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 De George at Union Station, 1418 Preston St, Houston, TX 77002

Volunteer with the Hearts of Grace Foundation's Steaks for Vets program and help serve steak dinners to resident veterans — shifts run 3–5 PM, 5–7 PM, or 3–7 PM, with dinner served at 5:30 PM. Donations welcome at heartsofgrace.org/donate.

🫡 The Woodlands Veterans Day Tribute

🕡 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍 The Woodlands Central Fire Station, 9951 Grogan's Mill Road, The Woodlands, TX 77380

The Woodlands Township and Fire Department host their annual tribute in the station's apparatus bay — presentation of colors, music, and remarks, with a care-package drop-off and light refreshments. Free.

⭐ Featured Event — Hosted by The Civvie

🦅 The Civvie Veterans Day Celebration

🕡 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Puttery Houston, 1818 Washington Ave Ste 180, Houston, TX 77007

Join Houston veterans at Puttery for an evening of connection and shared stories — and the official launch of The Connected Veteran™.

🚀 Veterans & Ventures

🕡 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
📍 Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District, 5701 Main Street, Houston, TX 77005

Veterans, entrepreneurs, and investors gather at Hotel ZaZa Museum District for a charity poker tournament, dinner, silent auction, and whiskey pairing on Veterans Day evening.

🎤 Veterans Day Event at Spotlight Karaoke

🕡 6:00 PM
📍 Spotlight Karaoke, 5901 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77057

Spotlight Karaoke on Westheimer hosts a Veterans Day night out for all veterans — no cover charge, just show up and celebrate with fellow veterans.

Thursday, November 12

🍳 Strength in Service Breakfast

🕡 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
📍 The Briar Club, 2603 Timmons Ln, Houston, TX 77027

Family Houston honors veterans at The Briar Club with keynote speaker Reid Wiseman — NASA astronaut, Artemis II commander, and 27-year Navy veteran. Proceeds support veteran families across Greater Houston.

🎯 AGC Vets in Construction: Pistol & Rifle Shootout

🕡 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 Copendero Indoor Archery, Pistol & Rifle Range, 28075 Robinson Rd, Conroe, TX 77385

Check in at 8:30 AM for AGC Houston's 9th annual shootout — a day of competition and camaraderie honoring veterans in construction, with guns and ammo provided. Competition runs 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

💼 Mission Entrepreneurship: Veteran Stories. Business Strategies. Valuable Connections.

🕡 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
📍 La Porte City Hall, 604 W. Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, TX 77571

An SBA National Veterans Small Business Week fireside chat at La Porte City Hall — veteran stories, business strategies, and connections for veteran entrepreneurs, moderated by SBA Houston District Director Mark Winchester. Free, in person.

🧭 Navigating Veteran Resources to Help Start and Grow Your Business

🕡 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 BakerRipley East Aldine Campus, 3000 Aldine Mail Route Road, Houston, TX 77039

A free morning workshop for veteran entrepreneurs at BakerRipley East Aldine Campus — learn how to find and use the resources that help start and grow your business.

🤝 Beyond the Uniform

🕡 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
📍 Tracy Gee Community Center, 3599 Westcenter Drive, Houston, TX 77042

The Cycle of Humanity hosts an afternoon of appreciation and wellness at Tracy Gee Community Center, with free community resources for veterans and their families. Registration is required and space is limited.

🎖️ 2nd Annual Blue Bolt USMC Birthday Gala

🕡 6:30 PM
📍 Giant Texas Distillers, 5610 Clinton Drive, Houston, TX 77020

Celebrate the Marine Corps birthday at Giant Texas Distillers with a color guard, steak dinner, and open bar. Sponsored tickets are available for 20–30 veterans.

Friday, November 13

🤝 Veteran & Military Affiliate Resource Fair

🕡 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 LyondellBasell Center (Building C45), San Jacinto College Central Campus, 7901 Fairmont Pkwy,

Pasadena, TX 77507 San Jacinto College brings together organizations offering benefits, jobs, education, mental health support, and transition resources — plus free lunch and prizes for veterans and families.

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