Miami Beach to Host 17th Annual Veterans Day Parade and Celebration

Miami Beach, FL – Join the City of Miami Beach for the 17^th annual Veterans Day parade and celebration at 11:11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11. The largest parade of the day in South Florida takes route on Ocean Drive from 5 to 15 streets, and will feature veteran and military groups, marching bands, musical and dance performances, local businesses and community organizations.

“This day is dedicated entirely to our servicemen and women, the guardians of the very freedoms we cherish. Their service built the bedrock principles that make the United States of America the greatest beacon of liberty in the world,” said Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner. “My commitment to Law and Order on our streets is directly inspired by the discipline and sacrifice of our servicemen and women. They stood the line for our nation's security and freedoms, and we honor that pledge by ensuring Miami Beach remains a safe, orderly, and proud American city.”

This year’s Miami Beach celebration will also have a special acknowledgement to commemorate the 250^th birthday of the U.S. Army, Navy and Marine Corps along with a tribute to “Rosie the Riveter.” The start time of the parade coincides with the 11^th hour of the 11^th day of the 11^th month, which was originally intended to commemorate the armistice ending World War I. Veterans Day was later expanded to honor American veterans of all wars.

At noon, the festivities move to Lummus Park as the All Veteran Parachute Team takes to the skies over South Beach for a demonstration. CJ’s Crab Shack and Starbucks will provide breakfast for the veterans. The event continues in Lummus Park with a wreath-laying ceremony.

Parade participation has grown from approximately 50 people to more than 1,000 over the years — including students, organizations, businesses, military groups and public officials. The event includes a presentation of the colors by the Miami Beach Police and Fire Department Honor Guards, a recital of the Pledge of Allegiance by the parade’s Grand Marshal, the national anthem and a moment of silence in honor of our First World War Armistice Day tradition. There will also be addresses by military officials from the local VFW as well as from local elected leaders, an MBPD Honor Guard 21-gun salute and a performance by a Taps bugle.

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WHAT: Veterans Day parade and celebration

WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 at 11:11 a.m.

WHERE: 5 Street and Ocean Drive

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