UPDATE: It has been decided to keep the Veterans Day Parade Jamboree at Parc International immediately following the parade. It will NOT be at the Domingue Recreation Center. Thanks and apologies for any inconvenience!
LOCATION CHANGE:
Due to the upcoming inclement weather, the Veterans Day Parade Jamboree is being moved to the Domingue Recreation Center located at 901 Mudd Avenue, beginning at 12:00 p.m. on November 11, 2023. The parade will still occur in downtown Lafayette, beginning at 11:00 a.m.
ORIGINAL
CALLING ALL VETERANS AND VETERAN ORGANIZATIONS: REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR LAFAYETTE’S INAUGURAL VETERANS DAY PARADE APPROACHING
LAFAYETTE, LA – There is one month away from the registration deadline to ride in Lafayette’s first Veterans Day Parade. Veterans and veteran organizations across Acadiana are invited to register to ride in the parade by November 3, 2023.
The parade planned for the official Veterans Day observance on November 11, 2023, aims to bring awareness about veterans’ significant role in shaping our society and foster a sense of unity within the community. Sgt. Major Anazia Andrus-Sam, who spearheaded the inaugural parade, said, “The sacrifices and bravery displayed by our military veterans should never go unnoticed. They have dedicated their lives to serving our country, and it’s time we show them our deep gratitude.”
The Veterans Parade will occur on Veterans Day, November 11, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. The parade route will cover the heart of Lafayette, passing down Jefferson Street, Johnston Street, and Garfield Street and ending at Parc International with a jamboree, including food, fun, and veteran resources.
Additional events will also be held at Cité des Arts after.
To register to ride in the parade, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/veterans-day-parade-and-celebration-tickets-666909633667.
Andrus-Sam and her team also seek participation from veteran organizations for the jamboree. Businesses and organizations interested in sponsoring or contributing to the event are urged to contact Andrus-Sam at Lftveteransassistingothers@gmail.com.
