As Veterans Day nears, multiple organizations across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan plan to honor current and former U.S. military members. See the list below
TOLEDO, Ohio — As Veterans Day approaches, communities across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan are preparing to host meaningful events honoring those who have served. From Toledo’s downtown ceremony to local parades across the region, it’s a time for reflection, gratitude, and community coming together.
This year, Veterans Day will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 9, but events will take place all week long. Here's a look at what's happening and when across the region, and what deals you can find at local establishments:
Veterans Appreciation Breakfast and Resource Fair | Tuesday, Nov. 11; 8 - 11 a.m.
Savage Arena, Toledo, OH
TPS Veterans Appreciation Lunch | Friday, Nov. 7; Starts at 11:30 a.m.
Toledo Technology Academy of Engineering, 3301 Upton Avenue, Toledo, OH
Bowsher High School Veterans Day Program | Tuesday, Nov. 11; Starts at 1 p.m.
Bowsher High School, 2200 Arlington Avenue, Toledo, OH
Hancock County Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony | Sunday, Nov. 9 Starts at 2 p.m.
Main Street War Memorial, Findlay, OH
Heidelberg Veterans Day Ceremony | Tuesday, Nov. 11; Starts at 11 a.m.
Tangeman Veterans Memorial, Tiffin, OH
Perrysburg High School Veterans Day Breakfast | Tuesday, Nov. 11; 7:45 - 8:15 a.m.
13385 Roachton Road, Perrysburg, OH
Perrysburg Junior High School Veterans Day Assembly and Reception | Thursday, Nov. 6; Starts at 1:15 p.m.
550 East South Boundary, Perrysburg, OH
Hull Prairie Intermediate School Veterans Day Community Dinner | Thursday, Nov. 6; 6 - 7:30 p.m.
25480 Hull Prairie Road, Perrysburg, OH
Fort Meigs Elementary School Veterans Day Breakfast | Thursday, Nov. 6; 8 - 8:50 a.m.
26431 Fort Meigs Road, Perrysburg, OH
Frank Elementary School Veterans Day Breakfast and Assembly | Tuesday, Nov. 11; 8:15 - 10 a.m.
401 West South Boundary, Perrysburg, OH
Toth Elementary Veteran Celebration | Friday, Nov. 7; 9:30 - 9:50 a.m.
200 East Seventh Street, Perrysburg, OH
Woodland Elementary Veterans Day Assembly | Tuesday, Nov. 11; Starts at 9:15 a.m.
27979 White Road, Perrysburg, OH
Evergreen Local Schools Veterans Day Program | Tuesday, Nov. 11; Starts at 9 a.m.
14544 County Road 6, Metamora, OH
Prairie Elementary Take a Veteran to School Day | Tuesday, Nov. 11; 10 - 11 a.m.
Adrian High School Performing Arts Center, Adrian, MI
Luna Pier Veterans Day Parade & Commemorative Service | Saturday, Nov. 8; Begins at noon
Memorial Park, Luna Pier, MI
Tecumseh Center for the Arts Veterans Day Concert | Tuesday, Nov. 11; Starts at 7 p.m.
400 North Maumee Street, Tecumseh, MI
Sheetz | Tuesday, Nov. 11 - Get a free half-turkey sub and a regular-sized fountain drink, plus a free car wash at any Sheetz location, for all veterans or active-duty military personnel.
Starbucks | Tuesday, Nov. 11 - Offering a free 12 fl oz hot or iced coffee for veterans, military service members and military spouses at participating U.S. stores.
Bubba's 33 | Tuesday, Nov. 11; 11 a.m - 4 p.m. - Veterans and active U.S. military members can receive a free lunch or a raincheck voucher, good through May 31, 2026.
Insomnia Cookies | Nov. 8 - 11 - Free deluxe cookie with a $5 purchase with a valid military ID.
Red Robin | Nov. 11 - Complimentary Red's Big Tavern Burger with a choice of Bottomless side to veterans and active-duty military members with a valid military ID.
El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant | Nov. 11 - Offering 20% off to all active-duty and veteran military members who dine in-store.
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