RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Communities across the Triangle are preparing to honor and thank the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Here's a list of a events and ways you can salute our hometown heroes.
Raleigh
Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 6:00am to 8:00am
Durham
Veterans Day Observance Program from to 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
North Carolina Central University (NCCU) at the H.M. Michaux Jr. School of Education Building Auditorium
Join the NCCU community for a special observance recognizing the courage, sacrifice and dedication of America's veterans. The ceremony will be a reflection on their service and express our gratitude to those who have defended our nation.
The event free and is open to the public.
Cary
The Town of Cary is hosting their Veterans Day Observance event at Veterans Freedom Park on Wednesday, Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to noon.
The ceremony will include remarks from guest speakers and patriotic music from the Old North State Brass Band. Limited seating will be availbale, but guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs.
There will be event parking with shuttle service from Reedy Creek Magnet Middle School at 930 Reedy Creek Road.
Apex
Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Downtown Service Memorial.
Location: Corner of Saunders St. and N. Salem St.
The event honors U.S. military personnel who have served in the United States armed forces. Members of Apex public safety, Apex Town Council, and the Apex community share words and hold space for moments of reflection.
Orange County
The Ceremony begins at 11 a.m. Colonel Jennifer B. "Brooke" Schmidly, who serves in the U.S. Air Force Reserve and is the deputy secretary of the N.C. Department of the Secretary of State, will deliver the keynote address.
Location: Orange County Veterans Memorial, located at 2501 Homestead Drive in Chapel Hill.
Garner
Wednesday, Nov. 11, the Town of Garner is celebrating four Veteran's with their Veteran's Day Observance event, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The event is free and breakfast will be available to attendees starting at 9 a.m.
Hosted by the Poole Family YMCA and co-sponsored by the Garner Veterans Advisory Committee. There will be music, a keynote address and a program to honor those who have bravely served our community.
Tuesday, Nov. 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The John Chavis Community Center is holding an event to honor Raleigh's veterans and thank them for their service.
It's free for all Veteran's and a $5 fee for guests.
Tuesday, Nov. 10. Durham County Veteran Services invites the community to its 15th Annual Veterans Day Celebration
Services begin at 11 a.m. at the Durham County Human Services Building, located at 414 E. Main St. Roshanna Humphrey, Director of the Durham County Justice Services Department will deliver the keynote address.
The event will honor U.S. military veterans from all branches of service in a celebration of patriotism, service, and sacrifice.
This year's theme, "Honoring All Who Served," recognizes the contributions and commitment of every individual who has served in the United States Armed Forces, regardless of branch, role, or length of service.
The program will feature a live performance by the North Carolina National Guard 440th Army Band.
The event is free and open to the public
Each veteran will get a thank-you card and an honorary gift at the event. Registration is required to attend the event.