Whether you’re celebrating your own service or honoring your loved ones, there are plenty of ways to observe Veterans Day in the Capital City.
Here are just a few things in store on Monday, Nov. 11.
Events
Austin Veterans Day Parade + Memorial Ceremony | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Texas State Capitol | Free | Watch the parade go down Congress Avenue before seeing a commemoration program honoring fallen soldiers.
Veterans Day Celebration | 11 a.m. | Old Settlers Park, Round Rock | Free | Witness a formal ceremony celebrating veterans, plus refreshments and live music by Austin-based singer Michaela Watson.
Veterans Day Ceremony | 10 a.m. | Veterans Park, Leander | Free | Honor current and former military members during a ceremony with a Presentation of Colors and keynote remarks.
Food specials
CARVE American Grille, multiple locations | Veterans can enjoy a free 8-ounce smoked strip + mashed potatoes from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. when a guest purchases an entree. Plus, a three-course military menu will be available from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. A reservation and military ID is required.
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille, multiple locations | Show your military ID to receive a complimentary 32-ounce pork chop when a diner buys a dinner entree. Additionally, the restaurant’s three-course military menu will be available from 4 p.m. until close.
Whataburger, multiple locations | The Texas chain is “serving coffee for those who served” every day, through the rest of the year starting on Monday, Nov. 11. Veterans can grab a free 16-ounce hot or iced coffee when they’re in uniform or show their military ID.
Find more Veterans Day events and specials via our events calendar.