Shreveport Honors Veterans with Parade and Ceremony in November

Veterans all around Shreveport and north Louisiana will be honored next month by the Veterans Celebration Committee. The local community is invited to get together for the 16th Annual Veterans Parade and Honor Ceremony, paying tribute to the service and sacrifices made by the nation's military veterans and their families.

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Organizers are encouraging residents, businesses, and civic groups from across the region to attend both events and show support for local service members.

Shreveport Honor Ceremony for Veterans

The festivities begin with the Veterans Honor Ceremony on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. This event will happen at the LIVE! Casino Event Center in Bossier City.

Lieutenant General Russel Honoré will serve as the keynote guest speaker for the special program.

Shreveport Veterans Parade Details

This special salute continues with the 16th Annual Veterans Parade on Sunday, November 15  at 2:00 p.m. at the Louisiana State Fairgrounds in Shreveport.

This year's parade features Grand Marshal Sam Mattox of Ruston, recognized as America's oldest living World War II veteran.

Veterans Get in the State Fair Free

Sunday, November 15, 2026, is designated as Veterans & Military Appreciation Day at the State Fair of Louisiana. All veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families receive free admission to the fairgrounds with a valid military ID.