The New York City Veterans Day Parade is held annually on the fixed date of November 11th. This schedule is consistently maintained regardless of the day of the week on which the holiday falls, ensuring the event coincides directly with the national observance of Veterans Day. The parade proceeds each year, rain or shine.
The timing of the event is historically significant. An opening ceremony typically precedes the parade, which commences at exactly 11:00 AM. This start time commemorates the armistice that ended World War I, signed at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. The parade, officially known as America's Parade, follows a traditional route north on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, usually beginning near Madison Square Park and concluding in the mid-afternoon.
While the date of November 11th is constant, specific operational details such as the precise start time of the pre-parade ceremonies, the exact blocks of the parade route on Fifth Avenue, and broadcast schedules can vary slightly each year. For the most accurate and current information, it is advisable to consult the official website of the event's organizers, the United War Veterans Council (UWVC).
