PHOTOS: Veterans Day Parade returns to San Antonio, celebrating service in Military City

PHOTOS: Veterans Day Parade returns to San Antonio, celebrating service in Military City by Jessica Warner Sat, November 7, 2026 at 2:47 PM 46 VIEW ALL PHOTOS (0_20) MAG_MILITARY VETERANS PARADE [fr0wgeT]_022_5104.mxf.png Comment on this story 0 Comment Share story Share topics: Veterans Day San Antonio Military City United States Military Veterans Parade USAA My Navy Career Center Grand marshal Patriotism SAN ANTONIO - Downtown was filled with red, white, and blue on Saturday as the 2026 United States Military Veterans Parade returned at noon to honor those who have served. The United States Military Veterans Parade Association announced the parade, presented by USAA, which took place Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, in downtown San Antonio. Organizers say the annual event brought together veterans, active-duty military personnel, military families, community organizations, marching bands, and other supporters. Rear Admiral Kertreck V. Brooks, commander of My Navy Career Center, serves as the parade’s 2026 grand marshal. The United States Military Veterans Parade is more than just a parade. It is our community's opportunity to come together and say thank you to the brave men and women who have served our country,” said Casey Watts, marketing and sponsorships director for the United States Military Veterans Parade Association. “San Antonio is proudly known as Military City, USA, and we encourage everyone to join us on November 7 as we fill the streets of downtown with patriotism, pride, and gratitude. Our veterans deserve nothing less. The parade stepped off at noon after a special performance of the National Anthem at about 11:56 a.m. at the intersection of Houston and San Saba streets. The route ran along Houston Street before turning onto Jefferson Street. The event was free and open to the public. Spectators were encouraged to arrive early, bring American flags, wear patriotic colors, and line the parade route. The association also encouraged downtown businesses, hotels and restaurants to take part by displaying American flags, welcoming spectators and helping create a patriotic atmosphere throughout downtown. Organizers said the 2026 parade was made possible through support from presenting sponsor USAA, powered by Cavender Auto Group, along with corporate sponsors, community partners and volunteers. More information is available at www.usmvpa.com . Trending Dozens of undelivered ballots found in dumpster at Seattle park The ballots have already been reissued to the affected voters. Eastland family loses control of Camp Mystic A federal bankruptcy judge has stripped the Eastland family of control of Camp Mystic, installing two independent overseers as the camp faces a criminal probe and wrongful-death suits tied to the July 2025 flood. Night out turns violent as gunfire erupts outside La Cantera-area business Night out turns violent as gunfire erupts outside La Cantera-area business 1 dead, 1 in grave condition after shootout with police at Alamo Ranch San Antonio police are investigating an officer-involved shooting on the far West Side near Lone Star Parkway and Alamo Ranch Parkway. One person is dead, another is hospitalized in critical condition. No officers hurt. Nearly 32 kilos of suspected cocaine seized in traffic stop; suspect taken into custody A traffic stop along Interstate 10 in Guadalupe County led to the seizure of nearly 32 kilograms of suspected cocaine and the arrest of a Laredo man, according to the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office.The sheriff’s NEWS IN PHOTOS: " Local " 5 NEW Soggy weather and low temps coming to San Antonio area, potentially bringing flooding 3 NEW San Antonio takes on Portland following Wembanyama's 52-point game against Sacramento 13 Porch Fest brings live music, community to the Beacon Hill and Alta Vista neighborhoods! 3 San Antonio City Council members seek limits on SAPD cooperation with ICE