Alachua County will host the 2025 Veterans Day Celebration on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at Veterans Memorial Park in Gainesville.
The community is invited to the event, which will honor the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans, and will run from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 7400 SW 41st Place.
Alachua County Veteran Services will host the celebration, in partnership with the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center, the Alachua County Veterans Memorial Committee and area veteran and nonprofit organizations.
The free family-friendly event will feature live music, speakers and activities for all ages. Festivities will start at 9:30 a.m. with music and family activities, followed by a formal program at 11 a.m.
Highlights include:
- Dedication of a new Veterans Memorial flagpole
- First responder aircraft displays and a skydiving performance
- Live band performances and drill team demonstrations
- Military and historical displays
- Guest speakers honoring veterans’ service and sacrifice
- Veteran resources and services from the Malcom Randall Veterans Health Administration
- Special appearances by University of Florida mascots Albert and Alberta
“Veterans Day is a time for our community to come together and express our gratitude to those who have served,” said Alachua County Veteran Services Director Olajuwon White in the release. “This celebration is not only about honoring their sacrifices, but also about connecting veterans and families with the support and appreciation they deserve.”
For more information, contact White at 352-264-6740 or alachuacountyvet@alachuacounty.us.