The City of Boca Raton will host a FREE Veterans Day Celebration on

Wednesday, November 11, in recognition of all military personnel who have served this country. Here are some helpful tips to #KnowBeforeYouGo.

WHAT TO EXPECT?

Red, White, & Boca, the City's Veterans Day Celebration will honor all those who have served and feature live music by the Coastman Chorus & Belladiva, and guest speakers including local veteran organizations. 

Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 4:00 - 7:00pm 

Location: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real

Schedule of Events:

4:00pm: Event Start

Veterans Marketplace, Classic Car Show & Food Vendors open to the public.

4:45pm: Presentation of Colors & National Anthem

4:55pm:

• Mayor Andy Thomson's Remarks & Proclamation
• Roberto Barney, Religious Program Specialist Senior Chief Petty Officer(Fleet Marine Force/Expeditionary Warfare Specialist), USN Ret.
• Mario Bai, Vice Flotilla Commander, Flotilla 3-6, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

5:10pm: Performance - The Coastman Chorus

5:25pm:

• Madeline "Maddy" Mollach, Veteran U.S. Air Force, Commander, American Legion Post 277
• Edrei Pinheiro, Veteran U.S. Marine Corps, E-4/Corporal, SpaceX Production Coordinator

5:40pm: Announcements

5:45pm: Performance - Belladiva

6:45pm: Car Show Award Presentation

7:00pm: Event Ends

Veterans Marketplace

A Veterans Marketplace will feature service organizations from throughout the local community and veteran-owned small businesses.

Classic Car Show 

Over to the east lawn, check out the nostalgia of classic cars! Registration is FREE and on-site. 

Car Show Award Categories:
• People’s Choice

• Best Veteran Owned

• Most Patriotic 

Boca Helping Hands will be on-site collecting canned and non-perishable food to support local families and veterans in need. Every donation makes a difference.  See the most needed items and learn how to best donate at the event with this Boca Helping Hands flyer (PDF). 

Weather: The event continues rain or shine.

Restrooms: Located at the Mizner Park Amphitheater.

Food Vendors: Food will be available for purchase on-site through a variety of culinary vendors.

FREE Meals for Veterans Sponsored by Habit Burger

Habit Burger is providing FREE MEALS to veterans! Veterans in uniform or presenting a Military/Veteran ID may pick up a meal ticket from the City of Boca Raton tent and present it for a FREE lunch choice.

Have a Question? Ask a City staff member. They will be in red STAFF

t-shirts and can be seen throughout the event.

HOW TO GET THERE AND WHERE TO PARK?

The best places to park and how to arrive and depart safely.

Where to Park?

Free and ample parking available at:

• City Hall: 201 W. Palmetto Park Road
• Building Administration: 200 NW 2nd Avenue
• City Lot: 300 NW 2nd Avenue
• Downtown Public Library: 400 NW 2nd Avenue
• Limited parking available at Mizner Park garages

Metered parking:

• On-street metered parking available throughout downtown
• Learn more and download the ParkMobile app

Catch a Ride with BocaConnect

Hop on BocaConnect, the City’s easy and stress-free on-demand shuttle service. FREE and low-cost service in Downtown Boca and the surrounding area. Download the app and book your ride.

Bicyclists: Bike racks are available in front of City Hall and at the Mizner Park Amphitheater. Be sure to wear reflective clothing and add reflective material to your bike for safety.

See Tracks? Think Train: For those walking to and from the event, look and listen before crossing any train tracks.

Charge While You Attend: Electric car charging stations are available at City Hall and the Downtown Library.

Plan Ahead: Whether you are utilizing a shared ride program or driving your car to the event, leave early and plan ahead.

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SAFETY TIPS FROM POLICE & FIRE SERVICES

It Takes Four Seconds or Less for someone to break into your vehicle. Be sure to lock your car and take all personal items with you. Never leave your keys in your vehicle.

Plan Ahead: Talk to your family members about a potential meet up spot around the event in case you get separated.