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Southeast North Carolina
Veterans Parade

A parade to honor all veterans, active duty military members and reservists will step off at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, in downtown Wilmington, NC.

About the parade

Pre-show to begin at 10 a.m. on Third Street in front of City Hall.

Parade to begin at 11 a.m. on Third Street, traveling from Harnett Street to Market Street.

Parade Entry Application

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