This Friday, Nov. 11 is Veterans Day. Many local organizations will host ceremonies, events, and deals to honor those who have served in the US Armed Forces + active military members, along with their families.

Here are some of the local Veterans Day offerings happening throughout the community:

Events

Veterans Parade | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Square | Free | The 1st Ohio Light Artillery, Battery A will fire a Civil War cannon three times to signal the start of the march.
Veterans Memorial Dedication | Friday, Nov. 11 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Westerville Veterans Memorial, 325 N. Cleveland Ave. | Free | The dedication includes the VFW Color Guard + a 21 volley salute.
Veterans Day Ceremony | Friday, Nov. 11 | 11 a.m. | National Veterans Memorial and Museum | Free | Though this is sold out for in-person, virtual viewing options will be available + the museum will be open for tours.
Veterans Day Celebration | Friday, Nov. 11 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Veterans Memorial Park, 73 Johnstown Rd. | Free | The Gahanna Veterans Memorial will honor local veterans with memorial bricks in the park.

Deals

Deals are offered on Friday, Nov. 11 + may require ID.

Free admission at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum.
Veterans eat for free at this pancake breakfast at the Westerville Community Center.
Veterans and military members ride for free with COTA.
Free admission for veterans and current military members at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
Veterans and military members receive $2 off per person in the immediate family at COSI.
Veterans and military members receive 20% off at El Vaquero when dining in.