Veterans Day is Nov. 11 – Help give thanks to our nation’s heroes

Veterans Day, a federal holiday observed annually on Nov. 11, honors military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. To celebrate and give thanks to our nation’s heroes, we invite you to explore upcoming events and special discounts dedicated to the holiday.

Specials

Florida Museum of Natural History: Veterans receive free admission to the Butterfly Rainforest exhibit on Nov. 11.

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens: Active and retired military receive free admission on Nov. 11.

Visit the official VA News website for a comprehensive list of national discounts and offers.

Events & Celebrations

Alachua County Library District Veterans’ Luncheon | Nov. 8 at 10:30 a.m.

Family Fishing Day: Veteran’s Day BBQ and Sharon Fitz-Coy Memorial | Nov. 9 at 8 a.m.

Gainesville Community Band Veterans Concert | Nov. 10 at 4 p.m.

Alachua County Annual Veterans Day Celebration | Nov. 11 at 9 a.m.

Bass Pro Shops Veteran’s Day Parade | Nov. 11 at 11:30 a.m.

UF HHP Veterans Wellness Summit | Nov. 15 at 2 p.m.

Veterans at UF

Read our UF at Work article to learn about the unique qualities U.S. veterans bring to the UF community.

Listen or read along to this From Florida podcast to learn how UF helps military veterans succeed as they pursue an education.