The Howard County Veterans Day Parade & Celebration
Sunday, November 10, 2024 Downtown Columbia Parade: 9:30 a.m.
Ceremony: Immediately Following Parade
The 10th annual Howard County Veterans Day Parade & Celebration was held on November 10, 2024. Each year, this event is an opportunity to celebrate our county’s Veterans and honor their profound dedication and service to our country. Stay tuned for information about next year's event!
Our Community Partners
The Howard County Veterans Day Parade & Celebration plays an important role in building respect and recognition for the more than 20,0000 local Veterans and their families. Thanks to the incredible support of our community, we have hosted eight successful parades and ceremonies to honor these heroes.
The Community Action Council of Howard County will be collecting goods to support the Howard County Food Bank during the parade. Bring the following items and drop them off at their table to participate:
- Bags of Rice
- Pasta & Sauce
- Spices
- Soups
- Tuna
- Peanut Butter
- Sauces & Condiments
- Bags of Dry Beans
- Hot & Cold Cereal
- 100% Fruit Juice
- Diapers (size 4+)
- Feminine Hygiene
Meet our 2024 Howard County Veterans Day Parade Grand Marshals: Tracy Adkins and Kelly Kesler! Organizers bestow the grand marshal title on individuals who represent the values and morals of the Howard County community of veterans and military families. This year’s grand marshal nominations followed the 2024 theme “honoring our military families.”
Thank you to our 2024 sponsors!
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