What’s Happening for Houston Veterans This Week (Apr 13 - April 19th)
Happy Monday, Civvie!
It’s Fleet Week Houston, and the energy across the city is picking up. Over 1000+ Active-duty service members are coming to town, and there are events happening all week long bringing people together. Full Fleet Week schedule here: https://fleetweekhouston.com/events/
This week leads into something special for our community...
Valor & Victory Fest this Saturday, April 19. We’re bringing together 250+ veterans, supporters, and families, along with 100 active-duty service members, for an afternoon built around food, connection, and community. If you’ve been looking for a place to plug in, this is it.
In this week’s spotlight, we go deeper into what makes Valor & Victory Festdifferent. From the BBQ showdown and featured speaker, to the organizations, sponsors, and partners coming together to make it happen. It’s a full picture of what’s possible when the veteran community aligns around a shared mission.
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📆 VETERAN EVENTS
THIS WEEK
☕ April 14
Cup of Joey & HRVCC Networking Event
🕖 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Houston, TX
Join veterans and local businesses as they come together over a cup of coffee to support each other.
🍻 April 14
Veteran's Night
🕚 6:00 PM
📍 Tomball, TX
A veteran-only night of unfiltered camaraderie, connection, and shared experiences. No formal program, just drinks, laughs, and real conversations with people who’ve been there.
🤝 April 15
HRVCC Katy After Hours Mixer
🕚 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Katy, TX
Grow your knowledge and network. Open to all HRVCC Members, Veteran & Military Spouse-Owned Businesses, First Responder-Owned Business, and Passionate Patriot businesses.
⚓ April 15-22
Fleet Week Houston
🕡 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍Houston, TX
A weeklong celebration honoring the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard with ship tours, flyovers, live music, and community events.
🎳 April 18
Patriot Games / Bowling Tournament
🕡 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
📍Webster, TX
Join the Rotary Club of Greater Houston Veterans for bowling tournament fundraiser. Sign up as an individual or bring a team of up to five and come out for a great time supporting a great cause.
🦞 April 18
Moffitt Charity Crawfish Festival
🕡 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍Houston, TX
Benefiting Boots for Troops. Great crawfish, an amazing concert lineup, and plenty of other surprises.
🕺 April 19
USO Dancing with the Stars and Stripes
🕡 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
📍Houston, TX
Join visiting Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen as they take the stage in a high-energy dance competition with professional dancers, live entertainment, and a night dedicated to supporting those in uniform.
NEXT WEEK
🤝April 20
VetConnect Day
🕡 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍Houston, TX
This is your chance to connect with top employers, access vital benefits, and discover resources designed to support you and your family.
💑 April 25
Couple Tune-Up
🕡 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Houston, TX
A safe and confidential place for Military and Veteran Couples to reconnect, find peer support and positive encouragement.
✈️ April 25
Honor Flight Houston – Welcome Home
🕡 6:45 PM
📍 Hobby Airport, Houston
A powerful community celebration welcoming our veterans home.
NEXT MONTH
🏇 May 2
Next Op Derby Day Fundraiser
🕡 3:30 PM
📍Houston
Experience the excitement of the Derby with fellow veterans. Enter the race raffle, bid on silent auction items, and enjoy the festive atmosphere while supporting a great cause.
🌹 May 25
Victory for Veterans | Flower on Every Grave
🕡 8:00 AM
📍Houston
Ensure every veteran's resting place is adorned with a flower, symbolizing our undying gratitude and the promise that their sacrifices will never be forgotten.
🎖️ May 30
Flags of Honor: 6th Annual Memorial Day Veterans Flag Planting
🕡 8:30 AM
📍Houston
Memorial Day flag planting at Houston National Cemetery honoring fallen heroes.
FUTURE EVENTS
📋 June 11
Veterans Health & Resource Fair
🕡 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍Dayton
An event to connect Houston-area veterans with resources, opportunities, and community support.
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🌟 THE CIVVIE SPOTLIGHT
The Houston Veteran Community is Coming Together This Sunday, April 19th, from 11am - 4pm
Valor & Victory Fest is more than just an event. It’s a reflection of what’s possible when veterans, local businesses, and organizations align around a shared mission.
This year’s event will bring together 250+ veterans, local supporters, and families, alongside 100 active-duty service members, for an afternoon centered on food, entertainment, wellness, resources, and real connection.
And none of it happens without all of those behind it.
🤝 A Community Effort
Puttery Houston, a long-time supporter of veteran events, is helping us create the entire experience.
They are opening their doors and supporting the mission; they’re giving attendees a place to gather, connect, and unwind. With unlimited mini golf included, the environment is intentionally designed to feel less like a formal event and more like a shared experience.
🎤 Featured Speaker: Wellness Meets Performance
One of the highlights of the day will be Houston Fitness Czar Samir Becic, author of ReSYNC Your Life.
Samir’s message focuses on something many veterans understand, but don’t always prioritize after service.
Training the mind and body together.
His approach blends fitness, longevity, and lifestyle optimization. It gives attendees practical ways to improve their health, energy, and performance long after the uniform comes off.
🔥 The BBQ Showdown
One of the highlights of the day will be the BBQ competition and tasting, featuring a head-to-head matchup between:
Both teams will be bringing the heat, serving up some of the best BBQ Houston has to offer.
Bragging rights are on the line.
Because no great gathering happens without great food.
🫡 Organizations Making an Impact
Valor & Victory Fest is also about connecting veterans to the organizations that continue to support them long after service.
Victory for Veterans
Focused on suicide prevention and reducing isolation, they provide year-round support through their Warriors for Life online peer community and holistic healing programs.
Houston Regional Veterans Chamber of Commerce
A growing network of veteran entrepreneurs and professionals committed to economic growth, collaboration, and business success within the veteran community.
Career Gear Houston
Dedicated to helping transitioning veterans find meaningful employment through career workshops, professional development, and direct connections to hiring employers.
Together, these organizations represent a larger mission.
Not just support. But opportunity.
⭐ Patriot Sponsors Supporting the Mission
Behind the scenes, sponsors are stepping up to ensure this event delivers real value.
Seven Principles
Helping veterans navigate VA disability claims while focusing on long-term financial stability and generational wealth building.
Opulence Collective Group
Serving military families with strategic real estate guidance, helping them build wealth through homeownership with a focus on trust, service, and advocacy.
GovClose
Providing veterans and entrepreneurs with the systems and training to turn government contracting knowledge into real income opportunities, opening doors to a multi-billion dollar market.
🎉 Bringing the Experience to Life
A great event isn’t just about who shows up. It’s about the experience.
DB Decorations Party Events
Creating the visual atmosphere with custom balloon décor that brings energy and personality to the space.
Moving Forward Photos & Entertainment
Providing a 360 photo booth experience, capturing the day in a way that’s interactive, shareable, and memorable.
Got Ur 6ix
Printing custom event apparel live on-site, giving attendees a way to take a piece of the experience home with them.
TSM Houston
Maintaining on-site security for the event, their volunteer service, and defense personnel are committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for everyone in attendance.
❤️ More Than an Event
What makes Valor & Victory Fest different isn’t just what’s happening.
It’s who’s coming together.
Active-duty service members getting a glimpse of what’s ahead.
Veterans reconnecting with a sense of community.
Organizations and businesses stepping up to support both.
This is where conversations happen.
Where connections are made.
And where the mission continues.
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