City of Beckley Annual Veteran’s Day Parade

American Legion Post 32, Visit Southern WV and the City of Beckley will host the annual Veterans Parade on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, beginning at 11 a.m.

Theme: “250 Years of Freedom – Honoring Those Who Defend It”

Line-up begins at 9 a.m. at Park Middle School for floats and vehicles, and at 10 a.m. at the Beckley Intermodal Gateway Plaza for bands, walking units and military vehicles. A Memory Walk and Honor Walk section honors veterans with loved ones walking with a photo, memento or sign.

After the parade:

• 12 to 1 p.m. – Marching bands perform at the Beckley Intermodal Gateway.
• 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Veteran groups can set up a booth at the Beckley Intermodal Gateway or Word Park. Please contact Beckley Events to arrange.
• Veterans, and a spouse or caregiver, are invited to the Veterans Luncheon at the WVU Tech building on Neville Street, while supplies last.

Questions: Beckley Events, 304-256-1776