Several events are happening across the Bay Area on Tuesday to commemorate Veterans Day.
Here’s a roundup of Veterans Day events we are aware of.
Did we miss any events? If you want us to add an event to this list, please email us at newstips@nbcbayarea.com.
Gilroy Gardens: “Salute to Heroes”
Address: 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy, CA 95020
Time and Date: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday
Website: gilroygardens.org
- During Veterans Day Weekend, admission to the park is free for all military members, veterans, police, fire, EMT and ER medical professionals.
- Option to purchase tickets for up to 6 additional guests at $15 each.
- 40+ rides and attractions at the park for family fun.
San Jose: Veterans Day Parade
Address: Begins at Santa Clara Street at the Highway 87 overpass
Time and Date: Starts at noon on Tuesday
Website: sjveteransparade.org
- Since 1919, the Veterans Day Parade has been running with support from the City of San Jose, Santa Clara County, and more.
- Largest Veterans Day Parade in Northern California.
Alameda: Veterans Day at the USS Hornet
Address: 707 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
Time and Date: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday
Website: uss-hornet.org
- Active Duty and Veteran Military personnel are allowed on for free all day into the USS Hornet Museum.
- Partnering with the Alameda County Veterans Affairs Commission and the California State Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution for a commemoration event.
Sausalito: Veterans Day Sail
Address: 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA 94965
Time and Date: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday
Website: eventbrite.com
- Sailing from Sausalito, exploring the Bay by water and hosted by Call of the Sea.
- Veterans receive a discount when purchasing a ticket.
Source: NBC Bay Area