Looking for Veterans Day events in the Triangle? Communities across Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Chapel Hill and Holly Springs will honor military veterans on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, with ceremonies, patriotic music and opportunities to gather.
Here’s a guide to local observances, plus earlier November 10 programs in Raleigh and Durham.
Raleigh: NC State Veterans Day Honor Run and Ceremony
When: Wednesday, November 11; run at 6 a.m., ceremony at 7 a.m.
Where: Memorial Belltower, 2101 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh
Admission: Free; everyone is welcome
Start Veterans Day with NC State’s annual tribute, hosted by Jeffrey Wright Military and Veteran Services and the university’s ROTC units.
Runners should arrive at 5:45 a.m. Participants are encouraged to run in honor of a veteran. The ceremony afterward includes a wreath presentation, music and guest remarks, with a scheduled conclusion at 7:30 a.m.
Apex: Veterans Day Ceremony
When: Wednesday, November 11, 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Where: Downtown Service Memorial, corner of Saunders Street and North Salem Street, Apex
Organized by Apex American Legion Post 124, this annual ceremony brings together public safety representatives, town leaders and neighbors for remarks and reflection honoring military veterans.
Plan ahead: Nearby portions of Salem and Saunders streets will close during the morning. In inclement weather, the ceremony moves to Apex Fire Station 1, 210 North Salem Street.
View ceremony and street-closure details.
Cary: Veterans Day Social and Flag Raising
When: Wednesday, November 11, 10–11 a.m.
Where: Taylor Family YMCA, Cary
The Taylor Family YMCA will host a flag-raising ceremony with Cary High ROTC, followed by the Saint Andrew’s choir performing the Armed Forces Medley.
Coffee, light refreshments and time for fellowship follow the ceremony.
View YMCA event details and directions.
Cary: Veterans Day Observance at Veterans Freedom Park
When: Wednesday, November 11, 11 a.m.–noon
Where: Veterans Freedom Park, 1517 North Harrison Avenue, Cary
Admission: Free
Cary’s Veterans Day observance features guest speakers and patriotic music from the Old North State Brass Band.
Seating is limited, so consider bringing a lawn chair. Check the town’s latest event information for parking and shuttle arrangements before leaving.
View Cary Veterans Day information.
Chapel Hill: Orange County Veterans Day Ceremony
When: Wednesday, November 11, 11 a.m.
Where: Orange County Veterans Memorial, 2501 Homestead Drive, Chapel Hill
Orange County’s ceremony will honor people who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
The program features a keynote address by Col. Jennifer B. “Brooke” Schmidly of the U.S. Air Force Reserve.
Read the official Chapel Hill announcement.
Holly Springs: Veterans Day Ceremony
When: Wednesday, November 11, 11 a.m.
Where: Veterans Memorial at Veterans Park, 600 Bikram Drive, Holly Springs
Admission: Free
Holly Springs invites the community to honor military veterans at its Veterans Memorial. The town also lists snack options as part of the event.
View Holly Springs event details.
Before You Go
Check the organizer’s page for weather updates, parking, accessibility and registration requirements. Several November 11 ceremonies begin at 11 a.m., so choose your destination in advance.
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