Veterans Day Parade on hiatus this year

SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) -- The Veterans Day Parade Committee announced Tuesday that the event will not be taking place this November.

They said that after much consideration, the committee has "regretfully" decided to pause the parade this year in order to "plan for an even stronger celebration in the future."

The committee says that, while they appreciate the support and enthusiasm from the community, veterans and volunteers, they are hoping that the break will allow the organization to focus on enhancing the event’s impact.

“Our parade committee has put in countless [number] of dedicated hours for fourteen years to make this holiday a special day honoring our Veterans," says Tony Virrueta (parade Chairman).

This announcement comes as many other local events have announced a break in 2025.